Correct storage of medicines such as antibiotics (and vaccines) will ensure best effect of these treatments. You  should store them:

• in line with manufacturer’s guidance, given on labelling
• safely, with restricted access if required, to avoid unauthorised, accidental or incorrect use
• out of reach of children

Correct disposal prevents accidental use of antibiotics which are past their ‘use by’ date and thereby ineffective, prevents environmental contamination, so helping to minimise AMR.

• You should always complete an antibiotic course, but unused antibiotics should never be allowed into the environment or flushed down the toilet, rather you should return them to your vet.
• Always consult your vet on safe disposal of antibiotics, containers and sharps.