What is the typical shelf life of erythromycin and how can healthcare providers or patients identify signs of expiration to avoid reduced effectiveness or potential harm from degraded medication?
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What is the shelf life of erythromycin and how can you tell if it has expired?
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The typical shelf life of erythromycin is about 2 years. Expiration signs include discoloration, odor change, or a change in consistency.
Erythromycin usually expires after 2 years. If it shows discoloration, unusual odor, or textural changes, it may be degraded.
Erythromycin generally has a 2-year shelf life. Signs of expiration include color changes, altered smell, or inconsistency in texture.