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Is it safe to give my dog Adequan if it's past its expiration date?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Female | spayed | 75 lbs

Is it OK to give my dog Adequan 1 month after the vial says it has expired?

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Answered By Sara Farmer, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on March 19th, 2019

I would not recommend giving any medication past the expiration date - although it could be fine there is no guarantee regarding it’s efficacy or sterility. It would be best to give medication that is still in date.

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