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Taipei Veterans General Hospital Pharmacy notes that improper drug storage can affect drug efficacy and safety. Key storage principles include:
1. Store in a cool, dry place, avoiding sunlight and humid environments.
2. Separate internal and external medicines.
3. Store each medicine in its own bag or container.
4. Discard cotton balls from opened medicine containers to prevent moisture absorption.
5. Re-seal or store opened medicines in airtight containers.
6. Refrigerate medicines at a cool temperature, not frozen.
7. Keep medicines out of children's reach.
8. Dispose of expired medicines properly, with different methods for different types of medicines.
Before taking medication, always check its appearance for any changes, such as discoloration, softening, or sedimentation, and do not use it if any changes are observed to ensure safety and efficacy.