Do Ayurvedic Medicines Expire - #5576
I’ve been using some Ayurvedic remedies for minor issues like digestion and sleep, and I recently noticed that a few bottles in my cupboard are years old. This got me wondering: do Ayurvedic medicines expire? Most of the packaging has no clear expiry date, just manufacturing dates. So, do Ayurvedic medicines expire like allopathic ones, or are they usable indefinitely? For example, I have some churna and asava that were bought more than three years ago. Do Ayurvedic medicines expire differently depending on whether they’re powders, syrups, or oils? If they do expire, how can I tell when an Ayurvedic medicine has gone bad? Another concern is effectiveness. Even if they don’t spoil, do Ayurvedic medicines lose potency over time? I also read that some Ayurvedic medicines use preservatives like honey or ghee – do these ingredients affect how long they last? Lastly, what’s the best way to store them? Does proper storage extend their shelf life? I’d appreciate some advice on understanding whether or not Ayurvedic medicines expire and how to ensure their quality for long-term use.
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