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Drugs Past Their Expiration Date
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Drugs Past Their Expiration Date
January 5, 2026 (Issue: 1745)
Healthcare providers are often asked if drugs can be used past their expiration date. Because of legal restrictions and liability concerns, manufacturers do not sanction such use and usually do not comment on the safety or effectiveness of their...more
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