Archive · 23 Jul 2026
Monsoon Medicine Storage: Dos and Don'ts
During the monsoon season, it's important to store medicines properly to keep them effective.
Medicines like tablets and capsules can get spoiled if they absorb too much moisture.
They might become soft, sticky, or crumble.
Effervescent tablets and dry powder medicines are also very sensitive to humidity.
Dr. Aravinda S N from Aster RV Hospital in Bengaluru says that too much moisture and heat can change the chemicals in medicines and make them less effective.
Insulin, which is used to manage diabetes, needs to be stored in the refrigerator to stay effective.
Always keep medicines in a cool, dry place away from sunlight and moisture to ensure they work properly.
Improper storage of medicines during monsoon can reduce their effectiveness before expiry.
Excessive moisture and heat can cause chemical breakdown or alter the physical structure of medicines.
Tablets, capsules, effervescent tablets, and dry powder formulations are particularly vulnerable to humidity.
Insulin should be stored in the refrigerator between 2°C and 8°C to maintain its effectiveness.
Medicines should be kept in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture.
- Who
- General public, especially those managing chronic conditions requiring medication
- What
- Proper storage of medicines during the monsoon season
- When
- During the monsoon season
- Where
- At home
- Why
- To maintain the effectiveness of medicines and prevent degradation due to humidity and heat
General Medicine Storage
Insulin Storage
Storage Conditions
General Medicine Storage
General medicines should be stored in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture.
Insulin Storage
Insulin should be stored in the refrigerator between 2°C and 8°C to maintain its effectiveness.
Handling
General Medicine Storage
Most medicines can be kept at room temperature but should be protected from humidity.
Insulin Storage
Insulin should be kept away from light and should not be frozen.
- Season
- Monsoon
- Expert
- Dr Aravinda S N, Lead Consultant, Internal Medicine, Aster RV Hospital, Bengaluru
- Vulnerable Medicines
- Tablets, capsules, effervescent tablets, dry powder formulations
- Storage Condition
- Cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture
- Insulin Storage
- Refrigerated between 2°C and 8°C