Thomasville, NC
A 64-year-old male asked:
Is it safe to use heparin that is two years old in an interstitial cystitis bladder cocktail? the heparin is in unopened sealed vials.
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in

Dr. Pierrette Mimi Poinsettanswered
Pediatrics 40 years experience
Check expiration: Check the expiration date on the vials. If it is past the expiration date do not use the Heparin vials. Medication might be less effective or contaminated.
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