28/06/2025
🌡️💊 Hot Weather & Medication: What You Need to Know 💊🌡️
With temperatures rising above 25°C, it’s important to check how your medication is stored. Many medicines can become less effective or even harmful if they get too hot.
Here’s what you need to do:
✅ Check the label – Most medicines should be stored below 25°C
✅ Avoid direct sunlight – Don’t leave medicines near windows, radiators, or in cars
✅ Use the fridge if needed – In very hot weather, storing medication in the fridge (2–8°C) is sometimes safest – but don’t freeze them
✅ Use cool bags – If you’re travelling, use an insulated pouch to protect your medicines
✅ Look out for changes – If tablets are sticky, capsules are soft, or creams have separated, speak to your pharmacist
⚠️ Some medications, like insulin, inhalers, thyroxine, antibiotics, and hormone treatments, are especially sensitive to heat.
If you’re unsure, please ask your pharmacist or healthcare provider for advice.
Stay safe and well this summer! ☀️💙
