Legal Question in Health Care Law in North Carolina

It is illegal to take prescription drugs prescribed to you that are over one year old? (past date)


Asked on 7/20/10, 6:04 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

No, its not illegal, just dangerous maybe. I would check the expiration date. If the date has expired, then the effectiveness of the drugs is no longer guaranteed. I don't know what the drug is or what its for. You need to find out information about the drug. It could be that it will work fine and not cause a problem. It could also be that it will not work at all. In some cases, it might cause an adverse reaction, which is not something you want to fool with as it will just be cheaper to get a new prescription. Its your call and your health.

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Answered on 7/22/10, 10:55 am


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