Prescription Medication Take-Back Event
Removing unneeded medications from your home is a way to prevent medication misuse and opioid addiction from ever starting. Add this date to your calendar to bring all your expired or unused medications for safe disposal.
What to Bring:
Unused or Expired Prescription Medications:
◦ Prescription medications (both pills and liquids) that are no longer needed or expired.
◦ Over-the-counter medications that are no longer required.
Vitamins and Supplements:
◦ These can be disposed of safely at take-back events.
Medications in their Original Packaging:
◦ This can help with proper identification and safe disposal. However, if the packaging is not available, the medication can still be accepted.
Controlled Substances:
◦ Many events accept controlled substances (like painkillers), but check local guidelines for specifics.
What NOT to Bring:
Needles (Sharps):
◦ Most take-back events do not accept needles, syringes, or lancets unless a special collection for sharps is specified.
Inhalers:
◦ Some events may not accept inhalers due to the propellant chemicals they contain. Check beforehand.
Medical Equipment or Supplies:
◦ Things like thermometers, bandages, or medical devices are usually not accepted.
Cosmetics or Personal Care Products:
◦ These aren’t pharmaceutical products and should not be brought to these events.
Household Hazardous Waste:
◦ Cleaning products, paints, or pesticides are not accepted.
