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I'm out of glaucoma meds, is it safe to take expired drops?

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No: You need to call you ophthalmologist soon to get evaluated and to get refills of you drops.

Answered 9/2/2014

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Of course: Hi. Yes, it's safe. Nothing magical happens on the expiration date. That's a time the company shows the FDA there is still drug activity; if the drug is stored properly, all drugs maintain activity beyond the exp. date. When you get a chance, refill the prescription. Good luck!

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Dr. Tim Conrad answered

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No: It is generally not advisable to use expired medications. Call you eye doctor for a refill. Ask them for a sample. Don't stop treatment.

Answered 11/10/2014

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