Is it dangerous to use inhaled steroids after expiration?

angel0305 New Member Date Joined Jul 2007 Total Posts : 5	Posted 7/29/2007 10:51 AM (GMT -6)
	At the pharmacy they gave me I think a 120 dose inhaler when I use a 30 dose one. I have been using it longer than the 45 days it suggests because my insurance isn't effective for another two weeks. Yesterday I had an asthma attack. I am just wondering is it ok to use this a little longer than suggested? Thanks for any and all replies. God bless. Back to Top

Red_34 Forum Moderator Date Joined Apr 2004 Total Posts : 23551	Posted 7/29/2007 1:59 PM (GMT -6)
	I'm not sure if using an expired steroid is either good or bad but my gut instinct tells me that it should be ok (short term) but it might not have the desired effect that you are aiming for meaning it might lose it's potency. The best bet would be to call your pharmacist and ask them. ^{@--->--SHERRY--<---@} ^{Left sided Uc since '92 - meds - Colazal, Canasa (when needed), 6MP (50-75mgs), Forvia, Biotin (IN REMISSION - sort of!)} ^{Secondary Raynauds Syndrome '04 - meds - Norvasc} ^{Fibromyalgia '06 - no meds} ^{Severe seasonal allergies - meds - Allegra} ^{PLEASE HELP HEALINGWELL CONTINUE TO HELP OTHERS BY CLICKING HERE: DONATE} ^{@--->--Moderator for Allergies/Asthma and Co-moderator for UC--<---@} http://www.myspace.com/82595818 Back to Top

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