Expired medicines are drugs that have passed the expiration date, and might not be suitable to consume. Taking such medicine can be either ineffective or harmful. Expired medicines should not be thrown in the trash or flushed down the toilet.
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Will taking expired Mylanta cause any health issue?
Query: Hello doctor, I had indigestion, so I took some Mylanta. I did not check the expiration date and had a teaspoon of it. Then I noticed that it got expired some years ago. Will I be fine? Or what should I do? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. First of all Mylanta (combination of Magnesium hydroxide, Aluminium hydroxide and Simethicone) is not prescribed for indigestion. It is for hyperacidity and burning sensation in your esophagus and stomach. It will not affect you. Do not worry. It will not harm you, but wi... Read Full »