Meds in these places are a gamble, but you can still dig up some decent stuff. Check the cartons first – if the seal’s intact and the container’s still good, the meds inside might still hold up. Painkillers like acetaminophen or aspirin can survive a few years if kept dry and sealed, so they’re worth a look. Antibiotics are trickier; penicillin usually goes bad after a year, and many other antibiotics lose potency quickly once the packaging’s compromised. If you find any meds that’re still sealed and have a reasonable expiration date, you can pull them out, wipe the dust off, and stash them in a dry bag. Just remember, even if the label says “12/2023”, if the bottle’s been open or the drug’s been exposed to heat or moisture, it’s probably useless. So grab what looks solid, keep it in a cool, dry spot, and don’t waste time on anything that’s clearly expired or damaged.

Yeah, that’s the plan. Seal, no rust, a year‑plus to go. If it smells off or the bottle’s cracked, throw it out. No one’s got time for a nasty rash in the middle of a run. Keep the list handy and stay sharp.