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A member asked:
Just used afrin nose spray and then looked and realized that it expired over 4 years ago (10/2012). reason to be scared? my nose is burning!?
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Should be OK: Medicine in general looses potency over time so it should not be a big deal. Afrin will make your nose burn anyway. If it does not go away you will need to see a doctor.
Answered 10/11/2018
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