Before taking any medicine, take a minute to read the pack. It holds useful information that people often skip.
What to look for
- Expiry date (EXP): don’t use the medicine after it. Some forms, like eye drops, have a shorter life once opened.
- Batch or lot number: keep it if you notice an unusual side effect. It helps trace the problem.
- Storage conditions: such as “store below 25 °C” or “store in a refrigerator”.
- Active ingredient and strength: useful if you need an alternative.
If the pack is damaged, has no leaflet, or the details are unclear, ask your pharmacist before using it.
