When your medications are expired, or you no longer need them, it is essential to dispose of them properly. What’s safe for you might be harmful to someone else in the household, such as children, seniors, and pets. The best way to dispose of your unwanted, unused, or expired medications is through a drug take-back program at your local pharmacy, or you can do it yourself at home.
As your reliable retail pharmacy in Union City, New Jersey, we will share safety tips for properly disposing of your medications:
- Find a drug take-back program.
Many retail, hospital, and clinic pharmacies offer drug take-back programs to dispose of medicines. Some pharmacies may offer mail-back programs and on-site drop-off boxes. Contact local pharmacies and inquire if they offer such programs. - Flush down medications.
Some drugs need to be disposed of immediately since they can cause harm to others. If your medication is on the FDA flush list, you can flush them down the toilet instead. This includes drugs with labels like fentanyl, methadone, oxycodone, buprenorphine, and more. - Dispose of medications in the trash.
If a take-back program is unavailable and your medication is not on the FDA flush list, it can be thrown in your household trash instead. This may include prescription and over-the-counter drugs, creams, and pills. Remove the drugs from the original containers and mix them with something undesirable, like cat litter or coffee grounds, before putting the mixture in a resealable storage bag to prevent leakage.
Prescription Center Pharmacy is your go-to compounding pharmacy in New Jersey. In addition to compounding, we also specialize in special packaging, medication management, money orders, and more. Visit our branch or give us a call for inquiries about our pharmaceutical products and services.
