Tag: Expired ointment

The manufacturer of Zam-Buk, a traditional medicated ointment, explicitly states that the product should not be used after its expiry date. While it may seem like a simple product that lasts forever, the expiration date on Zam-Buk and other medications is a crucial indicator of quality, safety, and efficacy.

According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), using any medication past its expiration date can be risky, and ointments are no exception. Here is what happens if you use expired healing ointment, from reduced effectiveness to the potential for skin irritation and infection.