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Hi, Is it safe to take my expired Bactrim DS?

Sent to Health Experts April 09, 2006 3:14 p.m.

How long is Bactrim DS usually good for? I got it prescriped 2 years ago.

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April 09, 2006 3:24 p.m. (10 minutes and 39 seconds later)

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The expiry date for many tablets is about 2 to 3 years, although some is longer. The box or bottle should have the actual recommended expiry date on it. If it doesnt, then you will have to play safe and not use the Bactrim. Most medication will become less effective after it expires but some will deteriorate and the byproducts will then cause an allergy or side effect.

Because tablets are tested very thouroughly then the expiry date will be the last date at which the FDA recommend administration. After this date, there will be no evidence of safety or efficiacy tests.

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Sent April 09, 2006 3:29 p.m. (4 minutes and 58 seconds later)

I need to know specifically if Bactrim DS deteriates into toxic byproducts. I know that some medications do...but does Bactrim DS? If so when?

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April 09, 2006 3:51 p.m. (21 minutes and 40 seconds later)

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Sent April 09, 2006 3:53 p.m. (1 minute and 53 seconds later)

no, this does not answer my question. I am not satisfied with this answer...refer back to my initial reply.

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April 09, 2006 4:03 p.m. (10 minutes and 41 seconds later)

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