High temperatures and humidity can affect human mood and behavior, as well as health, and they can also impact medications. Therefore, it's important to pay attention to the storage instructions on the label and monitor the risk of heat damage for medications delivered by mail. According to the Wexner Medical Center at Ohio State University, a dry cabinet or drawer is generally a good place to store medications. Pills, in particular, tend to withstand heat better than other forms, especially liquid medications like insulin, which is sensitive to temperature changes.
Make sure to store any medications kept in the bathroom in their original containers, securing the tamper-proof seals to avoid damage from humidity and steam exposure. It is also advisable to keep medications away from the kitchen and microwave, as well as from vanity drawers, since these locations are prone to temperature and humidity fluctuations.
For those receiving medications via express shipping or mail, it's essential to track the delivery and plan to bring them inside as soon as they arrive, avoiding leaving them on the doorstep where they can be exposed to heat. When purchasing medications that are shipped by mail, please check the manufacturers' recommendations or ask the pharmacist about the suitability of buying and receiving this type of medication through mail.
