When you open a bottle of medicine or health care products, you will often see sponge and desiccant first. Its main function is to prevent chipping and absorb moisture and prevent moisture. Many people are accustomed to stuffing sponges and desiccant back into the bottle after taking out the medicine, but doctors believe that the opened medicine bottle, desiccant and sponge will absorb moisture in the air and should be discarded and not put back into the bottle, otherwise it will be easy If the medicine is damp and deteriorated, if it is placed at the bottom of the bottle, it is not necessary to take it out.

In addition, it should be noted that every time the medicine bottle is opened, moisture will enter the medicine bottle. Therefore, the best shelf life of the medicine after opening is shortened to 6 months. The expiration date indicated on the product packaging refers to It is the time when it is unopened. In order to prevent moisture from entering the medicine bottle as much as possible, the bottle cap should be closed immediately after taking the medicine. After the medicine is opened, the medicine should be taken according to the prescription. .

Except for some medicines that should be kept in the refrigerator, most medicines can be stored in a drawer to keep it cool and dark, otherwise it will affect the effect of the medicine. It should be placed in a place that is not easy for children to get.