Medicines that must be stored in the refrigerator. Where should I keep it?

Medicines that are specified to be stored in the refrigerator (temperature 2-8 ° C) include:

- Insulin

- Eye drops such as Chloramphenicol eye drop

- Rectal suppositories (wax type)

- Antibiotics in the form of powder added to water that has been mixed.

- Medicines on the label specify to be stored at a temperature of 2-8 degrees Celsius.

The most suitable area for storing medicine is Middle shelf area of the refrigerator Because this is an area where the temperature is appropriate and relatively stable, it is important that medicines should be kept in a sealed box, protected from small children, and separated from food in the refrigerator. But if you are not sure under what conditions the medicine should be stored. It is recommended to ask the pharmacist in the drug store or hospital for proper storage of medicines.

Source: Food and Drug Administration