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Storing Your ADHD Medication in the Summer Heat
It's hot outside and that means your home is probably hotter than normal. Although you probably haven't given it much thought, those high temperatures can change how effective your prescription medication is. For most ADHD medications, it is recommended that your prescription be stored in an area where the temperature is an average of 77 F. Two commonly prescribed medications list storage requirements in their patient inserts as:
Adderall - "Store Adderall in a safe place at room temperature, 59 to 86 degrees Farenheit"
Ritalin - "Store at 25 C (77 F); excursions permitted to 59 to 86 degrees Farenheit."
Excursions, as stated in the patient insert for Ritalin refers to short periods of time, such as during shipping. Medications are not expected to be stored in temperatures at either the lower point of 59 degrees or the higher point of 86 degrees for long periods of time. When medication is exposed to extreme temperatures, its effectiveness can decrease.
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http://www.healthcentral.com/adhd/c/...time?ic=506011
I came across this article and thought perhaps it would be a useful reminder, especially for younger users.
Jul 18, 2011, 11:39 AM
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