Does unopened Kybella work even if it expired in 2017?

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Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

I believe the expiration date has more to do with the sterility of the product rather than the effectiveness in most cases.  So, expired Kybella may still be effective but it may no longer be sterile.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

no do not use expired product. it can be unsafe and not work.  also kybella has fallen out of favor more people are doing facetite or renuvion lipo for better results.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Honest769712,
I would not use an expired product. Kybella typically takes 3 to 5 treatments to work. This is why I've stopped carrying Kybella in my office. I recommend neck liposuction more often then any injectable procedure for the neck now. It provides superior results gives me more control over the area than any injectable. It also costs about the same as what you paid for your first kybella session. The liposuction can be done under local while awake in the office and recovery is about the same as kybella.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Dmitriy Schwarzburg, MD · Answer

Medicines have expiry dates so you know when to use them by. After the expiry date it may not be safe or as effective. Refrain from using the expired Kybella, as it will not be effective anymore. Always consult with  a board certified medical provider.

Susan Van Dyke, MD · Answer

Safety and efficacy may be compromised in an expired product, particularly when there is a 3 year lapse.
I have to wonder why one would want to, I am hoping that  expired medications are not being marketed.
See a qualified dermatologist for the safest and most effective treatment.
Take care and be safe!

Does unopened Kybella work even if it expired in 2017?

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Answer: Expired Kybella Will not work

Answer: Expired Kybella Will not work

Answer: Expired medications need to be discarded, not used.

Answer: Expired medications need to be discarded, not used.

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Does unopened Kybella work even if it expired in 2017?

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Answer: Expired Kybella Will not work

Answer: Expired Kybella Will not work

Answer: Expired medications need to be discarded, not used.

Answer: Expired medications need to be discarded, not used.

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