Where should you keep medicine for best shelf life?

In a cool, dry place.

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  1. Bathroom cabinet
  2. Kitchen window
  3. Cool dry place ✔

Why: Heat and moisture can damage medicines. Bathrooms are often warm and humid.

Huh, didn't know that: The bathroom is one of the most common bad storage spots.

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Answer: Cool dry place. Heat and moisture can damage medicines. Bathrooms are often warm and humid.

  1. FDA: Over-the-Counter Medicines, What's Right for You? www.fda.gov/drugs/understanding-over-counter-medicines/over-counter-medicines-whats-right-you
    Always store medicines in a cool, dry place or as stated on the label.
    Checked 2026-10-09.

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