Ribovirin in the fridge

[Jwilke1991]

I accidentally put my ribovirin in the fridge x 5 days before I started treatment. It came on ice and the pharmacy that sent it stuck some label over the "how to store instructions" on the box. I am worried that the medicince is not working because of the wrong storage x 5 days. Any advice?

[Rockerforlife]

Good question......never thought about that happening...my nurse told me to keep it out of the fridge too...now ya got me on a mission.

[Trinity4]

It's fine, refrigerating the riba doesn't hurt it but it's not necessary to to do.  Peg must be refrigerated.

[Marcia2202]

It should not be a problem at all. It should not be stored at temperatures above 30C which is 86F.

[Rockerforlife]

STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C), away from heat or light. Brief storage between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) is permitted.

http://www.medsupport.org/ribavarin.htm

[Rockerforlife]

You should always take it on an empty stomach or always take it with food. Taking this medicine sometimes with food or sometimes on an empty stomach may decrease the effectiveness and/or increase your risk of side effects.

[Myown]

I wouldn't take it, I was just going to type what Rocker posted in his last post.

[Rockerforlife]

sorry for high jacking your thread....but this is interesting


http://www.umm.edu/altmed/drugs/ribavirin-111800.htm

[granitekonig]

I've always kept my riba in a fridge. I guess I'll take it out from now on.

[Tippyclubb]

I was told to keep the  Riba at room temp and never let it get cold, or let it sit in the sunlight.  I would definitely your doctor .

[Marcia2202]

I take back the first sentence of my post. It seems like I was wrong.

[Rockerforlife]

THIS SITE SAYS  its ok to have it in the fridge

What storage conditions are needed for this medicine?   Return to top
Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of reach of children. Store ribavirin tablets and capsules at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture (not in the bathroom). Store ribavirin oral solution in the refrigerator or at room temperature. Throw away any medication that is outdated or no longer needed. Talk to your pharmacist about the proper disposal of your medication.



http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/meds/a605018.html

[Trinity4]

Oral: Store at 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F). Solution may also be refrigerated at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F).

I don't think my fridge is below 36 degree F?   So I'm not quite sure I understand what the University of Maryland is saying.

[Trinity4]

THIS SITE SAYS  its ok to have it in the fridge

That's what i thought.

[Rockerforlife]

ok...it says oral solution ..different ...must be pre mixed

[Rockerforlife]

here are 2 types...pills and the solution...you have to keep the pills at room temp

[Marcia2202]

The oral riba solution is made for kids who cannot swallow tablets.

[Rockerforlife]

i dont think storing the riba for 5 days would damage it...but if kept long term it would...i think those temp guide lines are more  meant for business storage times...possible

[Rockerforlife]

riba is also highly water soulable....like cocaine.how ironic is that?

[Myown]

http://www.rxlist.com/copegus-drug.htm

Storage Conditions
Store the COPEGUS® Tablets bottle at 25ºC (77ºF); excursions are permitted between 15ºC and 30ºC (59ºF and 86ºF) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature]. Keep bottle tightly closed.

REBETRON™ is a trademark of Schering Corporation.
Revised: June 2007. Distributed by: Roche Laboratories Inc.

[Rockerforlife]

Fridge tempuratues are about 15 c....

[Marcia2202]

5 days is not considered an excursion.....

[Marcia2202]

How do I store my REBETOL Capsules?

Store REBETOL Capsules at room temperature 77°F (25°C).

How do I store my REBETOL Oral Solution?

Store REBETOL Oral Solution at room temperature 77°F (25°C) or in the refrigerator 36° to 46°F (2° to 8°C).

[granitekonig]

"riba is also highly water soulable....like cocaine.how ironic is that?"


HUH?? There are MANY things that are water soluable. You picked cocaine to compare to riba and then call it ironic? No. It's just weird that YOU made the comparison.

[granitekonig]

Where can I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children. NEVER share this medicine with anyone.

Ribavirin capsules may be kept in the refrigerator between 2—8 degrees C (36—46 degrees F) or at room temperature, 25 degrees C (77 degrees F). Interferon vials or multidose pens should be kept in the refrigerator between 2—8 degrees C (36—46 degrees F).


http://wishard.kramesonline.com/Medications/26,2356