AboutDr. Tara Kompare, Pharm.D. Expertise I can answer a broad range of questions related to community pharmacy practice. My particular
interests include childrens` health and safe medication use for seniors. As the mother of two small children, I am quite knowledgable on many parenting issues from how to handle
a baby with colic to how to get kids to take their medicine. With regards to medication use in seniors, I can answer questions about adverse effects, drugs to generally avoid
in that population, and disease management issues.
Experience I entered the world of pharmacy as a technician for approximately six years. I then went on to receive my Doctor of Pharmacy degree and now work for the Federal Government as an outpatient pharmacist.
Publications Drug Topics Feb.2006 edition ("Why a Kiddie Corner Makes Sense"),
I also recently submitted an article to Pharmacy Times entitled "How to Help Parents Cope With Colic" which is scheduled for publication in the near future.
Education/Credentials B.S. Biology (Old Dominion University 1997)
Pharm.D.(Virginia Commonwealth University 2002)
Question I have some Cefdinir (generic of Omnicef) that was reconstituted on June 2, 2008. We didn't use it all because the pharmacy was out of the smaller bottles and they had to give us a larger bottle of it. Well, even though we have gone past 10 days since reconstitution, do you think the medicine would still be effective? It still appears fine - smells normal, looks normal, and consistancy is same as when first received. Thanks.
Answer Hi April,
When it comes to reconstituted antibiotics, I am a stickler for dates. Although the medication may look and smell fine, it really can lose its potency and effectiveness after the expiration date. Also, if you are needing to restart it again for some reason, then it most likely was not the right antibiotic and another type should be prescribed.
