Why storage matters
Most oral tablets are stable at room temperature, but heat and moisture quietly degrade active ingredients long before the printed expiry date.
Four rules that cover almost everything
- Keep tablets between 68F and 77F, away from radiators and sunny window sills.
- Skip the bathroom cabinet - shower steam is the single worst place in most American homes.
- Leave tablets in their original blister or bottle so the lot number and expiry stay attached.
- Store out of sight and reach of children and pets, ideally in a locked drawer.
Travelling with medication
Carry tablets in hand luggage rather than a checked bag, where cargo hold temperatures swing hard. Keep the original packaging for airport security.
Disposing of leftovers
Use a DEA-authorized take-back location or a pharmacy drop box rather than flushing tablets.
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