Drug
Storage and Conditions
Not
all medications can be stored in one place at the same time. That is why having the right drug
storage is needed. Drug storage refers to storage units that are specially designed to store medications (and
sometimes medical equipment). Since some drugs can be lethal, it is important that they are
kept in a controlled environment. A drug storage cabinet is essential in keeping them safe to
use.
Many of these storages look a lot like a small safe but that
depends too since there are now other designs being manufactured.
They also come in different sizes
and styles all of which has a special function for each medication. Vaccines,
antibiotics and suspensions are the types of medication that need to be in a
frozen state or remain refrigerated.
They should be placed in a
cold storage unit in order for them to remain potent.
The hospital storage units are
kept safe by a special key or code and only an authorized person can have access to them. Other drugs can be stored
in a room temperature while others need to be on a specific room temp in order to keep its potency. Another good
example of drugs that needs special storage would be Adderall, Alprazolam and
others drugs with the same component. They are sensitive to light and should be kept in an area where they will not
be directly exposed to sunlight, heat or moisture. Such direct exposure to heat or sunlight may damage the drug’s
shelf life.
In conclusion, medications should be kept in its proper storage area. The next time your doctor gives you a
prescribed drug be sure to ask about how to store them properly. Knowing the right way to store
your acid reflux medications can help you save money as well as time. It pays
to be informed about these kinds of things.
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