My doctor gave me samples of birthcontrol pills for an entire year (the school pharmacy didn't stock them and she had them so she just handed them over, I'm the only one on campus with that perscription) ANYWAY, they expire in November but she gave me pills to last until next May. Since my Dr gave them to me should I assume that these pills are still going to be okay past November??
2007-07-24 06:08:50 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Women's Health
Expired meds are often no-nos..... Their chemical compounds could break down or change. Call the doctor and let her know... it could be possible the meds have not been checked for expired dates. She could tell you if they are still okay to take after Nov.
2007-07-24 06:15:14 · answer #1 · answered by Foxx 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Like any medication expired pill loose there effectiveness after a period of time. Go back to the doctor and inform them.. they probably didn't realise. Don't use expired pill as it will increase your chance of pregnacy
2007-07-24 06:14:02 · answer #2 · answered by Angel 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would not use them if they have expired. Call the doctor up and tell her when the pills expire and see what she can do.
2007-07-24 10:00:57 · answer #3 · answered by Terri 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dont use expired pills! Talk to a local pharmacy but I believe that they dont work as well and you could get pregnant!
2007-07-24 06:12:39 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Take them back to your doctor. Maybe she can give you more. It's not worth the chance unless your doctor says it's OK to us them.
2007-07-24 06:21:37 · answer #5 · answered by TeriR 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋