If you suffer from narcolepsy — access to your Modalert is essential. While this medication is especially helpful and has a long shelf life, how you store the medication will, in part, influence how long the medication last and its level of effectiveness. If you plan to buy this medication online and it's your first time, learn what you can do to preserve your Modalert as you begin your new treatment journey.

Storage

Always keep your tablets stored in a safe place from the moment you receive them in the mail. The ideal environment is an area that is dark and cool. You do not want to store the tablets in a humid place with excess light, so the medicine cabinet in your bathroom might not be the ideal storage space. 

Excess heat and moisture can cause the tablets to stick together and, in some instances, it can cause a chemical breakdown of the ingredients in the tablets. A high cabinet in the kitchen or even a lockable area in your bathroom is a good idea.

Disposal

How you dispose of the medication might not have an effect on its overall effectiveness, but it's still important you know how to dispose of the medication. First, never toss the expired pills in the trash. A child or pet could get ahold of the medication, which could cause adverse health effects. While these tables might not be prescription strength, they are still potent. 

Second, don't flush the medication either. When you flush Modalert, it ends up in the main water supply, which contaminates the water and can harm the environment. It's best to speak with a pharmacist for disposal. 

Travel

If you travel often, try to buy Modalert tablets that come in foil packs, instead of in a pill bottle form. If you want, you could solely reserve the foil-packed pills for travel. When transporting the pills when your travel, it's easier to measure out foil packets and it's easier to keep up with them than a pill bottle. 

Additionally, if you suffer from severe narcolepsy, ensure you pack the medication in your carry-on bag. A flight delay or baggage delay could separate you from your medication for some time. Make sure you keep the medication in its original packaging so that you don't face any screening issues when you pass through the airport security checkpoint. 

Taking care of your medication won't just protect its level of effectiveness but will also keep your medication safe. Take action and do your part.