Quote Originally Posted by doctorpepper
If so...how much heat and for how long?
It depends on the compound. 30 C most compounds should be ok for at least a year. 40 C, that's when problems, degradation, typically occurs. Degradation can happen with in a month at 40 C. Heat is one of the worst thing for pharmaceuticals. With heat, adding energy, which typically speeds up reactions. Alway store pharmaceuticals in cool,dark, dry place.