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I take ativans 0.5 mg when needed and was wondering if still good when expired december 11 2016 i would need them right about now?
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They are fine.: No pill is going to spoil 3 weeks after it's expiration date.
Answered 2/2/2021
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Yes: IF they have been stored properly, they can still be used until 1/11/17
Answered 2/10/2021
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Expiration: If stored properly this drug would continue to be safe and effective long beyond the "expiration" date.
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