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  • Jan 3, 2009, 02:34 PM
    KatieH
    Is it bad to take pills from 1999?
    In a nutshell... I have a horrible headache and no money. I found an old bottle of Orudis from 99. Will I get sick if I take them?
  • Jan 3, 2009, 02:36 PM
    N0help4u

    Taking expired pills can be very bad.

    Try turning down the lights, eating a good hot meal, soaking in a hot bath and taking a nap for now.
  • Jan 13, 2009, 12:10 PM
    susananne

    YES!! Throw them out..
  • Jan 13, 2009, 06:06 PM
    Jake2008
    Most pain pills have a shelf life of approximately 2 years.
  • Jan 14, 2009, 09:47 AM
    twinkiedooter

    Most definitely not a good idea to take them being that old!
  • Feb 2, 2009, 01:06 PM
    0rphan

    Hi Katie... you must not take those, flush them down the toilet, just in case you are tempted.

    Try knocking on the door of a friendly neighbour who I'm sure will have something to help with your headache, most people have a general first aid kit which will include basic painkillers.

    I hope your head improves very soon, have a lie down in a darkened room which is very quiet, try some relaxation exerzises, they may help.
  • Feb 2, 2009, 01:21 PM
    J_9
    Quote:

    Originally Posted by 0rphan View Post
    Hi Katie... you must not take those, flush them down the toilet, just incase you are tempted.

    Try knocking on the door of a friendly neighbour who i'm sure will have something to help with your headache, most people have a general first aid kit which will include basic painkillers.

    I hope your head improves very soon, have a lie down in a darkened room which is very quiet, try some relaxation exerzises, they may help.

    I sure hope her headache has improved since she posted this a month ago. LOL

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