DEA Take Back Day
Prescription medications can often find their way into the wrong hands leading to possible overdose situations or prescription drug misuse. There are three safe medication practices that can help prevent prescription drug misuse no matter where you are. One of those practices includes regular disposal of unused or unwanted medications. Keep reading to learn more about how you can safely dispose of your unwanted medication, and the benefits of attending a DEA Take Back Event.
Four Ways To Safely Dispose Of Old Or Unwanted Medication:
Take advantage of a local drug drop box near you! You can find a drop box near you by calling the DEA or visiting their website here. Some pharmacies and public safety departments also serve as, or provide a drop box location. Visit this website to find a collection site near you! Be sure to remove any personal information from the labels before disposing of unwanted medications.
Use a safe disposal solution! Products like Dispose Rx or Deterra serve as an alternative solution to disposing of medication at home. You can easily purchase these products by visiting their websites online today.
Dispose at home! You can still dispose of unwanted medication at home if you don’t have a safe disposal solution like the ones mentioned above. However, to prevent your medication from falling into the wrong hands it’s important to follow a few steps. First, you’ll want to mix the unwanted medication with something undesirable such as old coffee grounds or kitty litter. Next, you’ll throw that mixture away separately from your other trash. Lastly, don’t forget to remove any personal information from the packaging before throwing out your unwanted medication.
Attend a DEA Take Back Day! The DEA is hosting its 25th Annual Take Back Event on October 28th, from 10am to 2pm. You can find a collection site near you by visiting the DEA website today. In April, 2023 the DEA collected a total of 663,725 pounds of unwanted medication from across the nation. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to easily, and safely dispose of your prescription medication!