Why does pills (eg. painkillers) have an expiration date? Aren’t they usable after that date?
In: Chemistry
They are perishable – over time the chemicals in them breakdown. Best case scenario is that they are still effective, but they might not be as effective as they were when they were still “fresh”. Worst case scenario is that they can become toxic, like rotten food, and screw with your body.
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