Safe Medication Disposal
Unused or expired prescription medications can pose serious risks if kept at home. Help protect children and pets from accidental drug ingestion and keep your fellow citizens safe from contaminated drinking water that results from flushing, trashing or tossing expired or unused prescription drugs. We offer a safe and convenient way to dispose of unwanted medication at many of our stores.
Find secure disposal kiosks at the following locations:
Simple Steps for disposal at
our stores:
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Gather medications you no longer need
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Keep them in original containers – if possible
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Remove or cover any personal information
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Drop them into our secure disposal kiosk
Why Safe Disposal Matters
Taking a few minutes to dispose of medications safely can make a big difference. Keeping unused medications can lead to:
- Accidental poisoning (especially in children and pets)
- Prescription misuse or abuse
- Environmental contamination if flushed or thrown away improperly
Dispose Safely: What You Can & Can’t Dispose Of
What You Can Dispose Of:
- Prescription medications (including Schedule II-V Controlled Substances)
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Over-the-counter medicines
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Pet medications
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Vitamins
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Liquid medications (such as cough syrup which must be tightly capped)
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Prescription ointments (sealed tightly)
What You Can’t Dispose Of
- Schedule I Controlled substances
- Needles or sharps (use approved sharps containers)
- Batteries
- Aerosols
- Thermometers
- Trash or regulated medical waste
- Illegal drugs
If you’re unsure, just ask our pharmacy team - we’re happy to help. Proper medication disposal is a simple step that helps protect your home and your community. Clean out your medicine cabinet regularly and use your local pharmacy’s safe disposal options. Thank you for helping to prevent prescription drug misuse.
