Dispose My Meds: Safe and Responsible Medication Disposal
At Pine Brook Pharmacy, we are committed to promoting safe and responsible medication practices. Proper disposal of unused or expired medications is crucial for protecting both your health and the environment. We offer convenient solutions to help you dispose of your medications safely and securely.
Why Proper Medication Disposal Matters
Preventing Misuse: Disposing of medications properly helps prevent accidental ingestion or misuse by others, including children and pets.
Protecting the Environment: Flushing medications down the toilet or throwing them in the trash can lead to contamination of water sources and landfills. Proper disposal methods minimize environmental impact.
Maintaining Safety: Expired or unused medications can degrade over time, potentially becoming harmful or less effective. Safe disposal ensures that these substances do not pose a risk to your health or the health of others.
How to Dispose of Your MedicationsMedication Drop-Off: Pine Brook Pharmacy provides a secure medication drop-off kiosk where you can safely deposit your unused or expired medications. Our kiosk is available during regular pharmacy hours for your convenience.
Take-Back Programs: We participate in local take-back programs and events. Check our website or contact us for information on upcoming take-back events and locations where you can drop off your medications.
Disposal Guidelines: For medications that cannot be dropped off, follow these guidelines for safe disposal:
- Remove Personal Information: Ensure that labels with personal information are removed or obscured before disposal.
- Mix with Inedible Substances: If disposing of medications in the trash, mix them with an undesirable substance (e.g., coffee grounds, cat litter) to deter misuse.
- Use Disposal Pouches: Some medications come with disposal pouches or kits designed to neutralize the drugs and make them safer for disposal.
What Not to Dispose in Drop-Off Kiosks
Please do not place the following items in our medication drop-off kiosk:
- Needles or other sharps
- Liquids or gels (unless specified by local regulations)
- Non-medication items (e.g., cosmetics, personal care products)
For proper disposal of needles and other sharps, contact us for information on local programs or services that accept these items.
Need Assistance?
If you have any questions about medication disposal or need guidance on how to handle specific medications, our pharmacy team is here to help.
Help us keep our community and environment safe by disposing of your medications responsibly. Visit Pine Brook Pharmacy today to make use of our disposal services.
