Ibuprofen extended-release capsules should not be consumed after the expiration date. Because the expiration date of the drug is an inferior drug, will increase the toxic side effects of the drug, can not achieve the expected therapeutic effect. Ibuprofen extended-release capsules is a more commonly used non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, after the expiration date may lead to changes in the chemical composition of the drug, physicochemical properties and physiological effects of changes, increased toxicity, causing serious harm to the human body. After the expiration date, the content of the components of the drug is reduced, not to play the original efficacy, and even after taking may also have some adverse reactions, affecting the treatment. Ibuprofen extended-release capsules can relieve some headache, toothache, neuralgia or joint pain and other mild pain symptoms, for the common cold or influenza also has a certain therapeutic effect, but any drug can not be taken after the expiration date. The above drugs are for reference only, the specific use should be used under the guidance of a doctor.