How do I prevent medicine stains from setting into my Polo shirts?

Treating the stain as soon as possible with cold water and laundry detergent can help to prevent the stain from setting into the fabric. For best results, make sure to launder the shirt immediately after pre-treating.

What should I do if my Polo shirt has already been washed and I still can't get the stain out?

Try repeating steps one and two, or consider spot treating the remaining stain with a pre-treater such as Zout or Lestoil. Additionally, you could try using an enzyme-based stain remover specifically designed for removing stains from fabrics.

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How to Get Rid of Medicine Stains on Polo Shirts

Accidents happen, and medicine stains can be some of the most difficult stains to get out of your clothing. Don't worry! With just a few steps, you can easily tackle those medicine stains on your Polo shirt.

Updated 05 Mar 2023

By Cyryl Wozniak

Step 1: Pretreat the Stain

Once you notice the stain, the first thing you should do is pre-treat it. Start by running cold water through the backside of the Polo shirt to force the stain out. Next, add a few drops of liquid laundry detergent directly to the stain, and let it sit for about 10 minutes.

Step 2: Launder Shirt

Next, launder the Polo shirt using your preferred laundry detergent and the hottest water setting that’s safe for the fabric. Make sure you check care label beforehand.

Step 3: Check Stain

After laundering, check to see if the stain remains. If so, repeat step one and two. You may also want to try adding ¼ cup of white vinegar to wash cycle. This will help to lift the stain.

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How to Get Rid of Medicine Stains on Polo Shirts

Step 1: Pretreat the Stain

Step 2: Launder Shirt

Step 3: Check Stain

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