Prevent medication misuse

Find "take back" events and drop off sites

October 26, 2024 - National Prescription Drug Takeback Day

• Learn what medications will be accepted and find a drop off site.
• Find other local take-back events and drop boxes near you

Dispose of medication at home - Disposal bags that deactivate unused medication are available for purchase at many retail locations. Ask your pharmacist.

• Watch a short video on safe medication disposal
• Flushing is a last resort - click to see the FDA-approved list of drugs to flush
• Deterra drug deactivation method
• DisposeRx deactivation method

Safe Medication Storage - Keep medication secured in a locked pouch or box, or even in a locked drawer

• Medication storage tips from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
• Up and Away (CDC medication safety site)
• Lock Your Meds awareness campaign
• Downloadable medication inventory sheet - keep track of meds in your home

Download safe medication tips

• View or print the safe storage/disposal tearsheet (English)
• View or print the safe storage/disposal tearsheet (Spanish)
• Citations for Research Findings
• Order a free supply of tearsheets for your medical practice