How Old Is Too Old When It Comes to Expired Drugs? And Everything Else You’ve Always Wanted to Know About Your Medication

Abstract

“Can I use a teaspoon to measure my cough syrup?” “Is it ok to crush my pills?” “Are generic and brand name drugs really the same?” Institute of Safe Medication Practices (ISMP) fellow and emergency room nurse, Michelle Bell, and medication safety officer for Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, Sharon Camperchioli, answer patient questions about medication.