17/07/2025
🩺 **How to Safely Store Your Medication at Home**
Taking care of your health doesn’t end when you leave the pharmacy. Proper medication storage ensures your medicine works effectively and safely. Here's how:
# # # 💊 1. Keep It Cool (But Not Freezing)
- Store medicine in a dry place at room temperature—avoid bathrooms and kitchens where heat and humidity fluctuate.
- For meds that need refrigeration, use a dedicated container to prevent cross-contamination.
# # # 🧴 2. Protect from Light & Moisture
- Use original packaging: It’s designed to shield medicine from damaging elements.
- Avoid storing pills near windows or in damp drawers.
# # # 🕰️ 3. Mind Expiry Dates
- Check dates regularly and discard expired meds safely—never flush them down the toilet.
- Ask your pharmacist if you're unsure how to dispose of them.
# # # 👶 4. Store Out of Reach
- Use childproof containers and store medicines on high shelves or locked cabinets.
# # # 📌 Bonus Tip
- Keep a medication log to track what you take and when—especially helpful for families or caregivers.
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