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Heatwave Could Ruin Your Meds | Leeds News
UK Health Security Agency warns that extreme heat could ruin your meds—making asthma inhalers, insulin, and EpiPens useless if left in hot cars or on windowsills. Drugs like antibiotics and insulin lose potency above 25°C, and some meds even increase sun sensitivity, risking burns or dehydration. Heat also skews glucose monitor readings and worsens dehydration for diuretic users. Blood pressure meds can impair temperature regulation too. Always store meds cool and shaded, watch for spoilage signs, and consult your pharmacist if unsure. Stay safe. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli…
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