Medication Collection at Pharmacies
Medication Collection Instructions:
- Gather your unwanted medications. Please see the list below to find out which items can or cannot be returned.
- Leave items in their original containers. Pill bottles, blister packs, ointment tubes, and leak-proof liquid containers are all acceptable.
- Remove or black out any personal information on the label to protect your privacy, but make sure the drug name is still visible.
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Take medications to a
participating pharmacy, and deliver the medications to the
pharmacy counter.
Acceptable Items
Unacceptable Items
Non-Controlled DEA Drugs
Medication Samples
Prescription Medications
Over-the-counter Medications
Medicated Ointments/Lotions
Antibiotics
Steroids
Cold and Flu Medications
Vitamins
Medications for Pets
Inhalers
Narcotics/DEA Scheduled/Controlled Drugs
Sunscreen Products
Insect Repellants
Cosmetics
Tobacco Products
Hair Care Products
Personal Care Products
Radioactive Items
Business Waste
Hydrogen Peroxide, Rubbing Alcohol, etc.
Aerosol Cans
IV Bags
Sharps/Needles (unless pharmacy approves)
Bloody or Infectious Waste
Empty Containers
