2006-07-17 19:25:32 · 10 answers · asked by semper_fidelus07 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Other - Pregnancy & Parenting
No, don't use it, trash it, and slap who ever gave it to you.
2006-07-21 17:23:32 · answer #1 · answered by ooh_rah07 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Expiration dates are used to tell the consumer that the particular product is recomended to not be used on or after the date that is stated. So basically, no it is not particularly safe to use birth control that has expired. This especially applies to condoms, BC pills, spermicides and lotions.
2006-07-17 19:29:45 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would not risk it. The date is put on there because that is when the birth control is starting to lose it's effectiveness. Each day past the expiration date decreases it protective abilities. Please see your gynecologist for a new prescription or, if you are using an otc preparation, buy a new one.
2006-07-17 19:30:16 · answer #3 · answered by ilse72 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I assume you are talking about the pill? As with any medication with expirations, those dates are when the efficacy starts to wane. So you would be taking chances to take it. As far as if it is unsafe in terms of hurting you, probably not, but not really known.
2006-07-17 19:30:44 · answer #4 · answered by dimples 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No...the chemical and preservatives in BC breakdown after a specified period of time, causing them to interact improperly with the body and therefore becoming unefective.
2006-07-17 19:29:30 · answer #5 · answered by mattsmom 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I looked online and found out that yes it is safe but you will no longer be practicing "safe" sex. Check the site;)
2006-07-17 19:33:20 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No they make expiration dates for a reason.
2006-07-17 20:55:02 · answer #7 · answered by wisegal 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i have been told by all doctors to throw out all meds if they r past date because they won't work correctly if at all.
2006-07-17 19:30:23 · answer #8 · answered by ~Lauralyn~ 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the only way you can get a reliable answer is to call or email the manufacturer.
2006-07-17 19:29:57 · answer #9 · answered by nickipettis 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
safe,yes... will they work properly...probably not
2006-07-17 19:29:34 · answer #10 · answered by rubettalace 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋