How to Organize Medicine in a Kitchen
If you are looking for easy ways on how to organize medicine in a kitchen this step-by-step approach will help. Use these tips to streamline your meds so you take so you keep up with your health.
This will help you to set up another space in your home and get you closer to your kitchen organization goal.

If you’re like most people, your kitchen is the heart of your home. It’s where you cook, eat, help with homework, and hang out with family and friends. But did you know that it’s also a great place to store medicine? By following a few simple tips, you can keep your medicine organized, stocked, current, and easy to find whenever you need it.
How to Organize Medicine in a Kitchen
Having a designated space to keep the medicines for you and your family will help organize an important area of your family’s care. Let’s break it down.
#1. Find a container
When looking for a container to house your medicines, be sure to find the size that works for the amount of medicine you have yet will still fit snugly in the space you plan to keep things. A few ideas are:
- A shoe box
- Plastic bin
- Basket
- Spice organizer
- Tray
#2. Keep Things Sorted
When organizing medicines you may find it easier to keep things in categories. This means you can have a container for each of the most common medicines that you or your family routinely takes. A few ideas are:
- Allergy
- Pain relievers
- Cold or flu
- Prescriptions You can also have a bin for each person. This is especially helpful if you have a family member who has many meds they routinely take.
Do not be tempted to keep everything all together because the confusion of the clutter may have you frustrated when you may not want to be. Sort things out into smaller sections so you can quickly find what you need.
I love the idea of using a spice rack to organize bottles of medications. You can set up one for each person in your home to keep things streamlined in the safest way.

#3. Label everything
Labels are important, but nowhere more so than with medications. Use labels or stickers to clearly identify each supplement and when it expires. You can also include information such as side effects specific to each family member, how to take medication so it works better, and what the medication is specifically meant to help.
You can use these stickers to know each medication’s lifespan and/or supplement. Instead of initials, you can use that column to make any notes.

If you have medication that is prescribed to certain individuals you can label a container with that person’s name and keep their medication safely stored inside. This will help to ensure it does not get taken by anyone else, and it will also help each person find their medication quickly.
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#4. Set up a Medicine Cabinet
If you have quite a few medicines for colds, flu, and prescriptions, you may want to dedicate an entire cabinet in your kitchen to house these items. You can use a shelf riser so you can see what you have more clearly. Set up each level for a different category so you can find what you need more quickly.
A few ideas are:
- Cold
- Flu
- Allergies
- Pain
- Headache
- Eyes and Ears

#5. Check expiration dates regularly
Set a reminder on your calendar or phone to check the expiration dates on your supplements every few months or seasonally. This is a great way to customize your shopping list as well. If, for example, you purchased a large container of cough drops from Costco and at the end of cold and flu season you found most of that supply untouched, you can make a note in your calendar file for next year. This will help you buy only what you need to save money in the long run.

#6. Use first in, first out
When you get new medication or supplements, put them at the back of the storage container and move the older ones to the front. This way, you’ll always be sure to use them before they expire.
D/M Pro Tip: Whenever you throw out medicine, or anything for that matter, be sure to add it right then and there to your shopping list. This will ensure you always have an up-to-date list so you are not caught without something ever again.
#7. Use a Pill Organizer for your Own Meds
This was a game-changer for me. When I began using a medication organizer I found it so much easier to keep up to date with routine medications I was on. I recommend trying out a simple one found at the dollar store first before investing in a more complicated container.

#8. Don’t forget about your pets
If you have pets, keep their supplements separate from yours, such as in a pet hub in your kitchen. Remember always to check with your veterinarian before giving any supplements to your pet.

Bonus Tips for Storing Medicine in the Kitchen
Here are a few things to remember setting up a medicine area in your kitchen.
- Keep any medications or supplements away from the steam from the sink and dishwasher.
- Keep any medications or supplements away from the heat of the stove and oven.
- Set a weekly routine for filling medication organizers. Be sure to check your inventory when you do so you are more aware of your supply.
- Use a travel case made just for medications and supplements. This will help you organize your trips and ensure you keep up with your bills.
By following the tips above, you can help to ensure that your medications and supplements are well organized and easy to find when you need them. You’ll also be able to keep track of expiration dates and save money in the long run by only buying what you need. Don’t forget about your pets when organizing your kitchen space, and always check with your veterinarian before giving them any supplements.
Do you have tips on how to organize medicine in your kitchen? Share in the comments below, we would love to hear from you!