Medical Waste Disposal

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Flushing prescription and over-the-counter drugs can create problems with our sewer treatment system. If you need to dispose of drugs, try these tips instead:

Toss it in the trash:

  • Mix medications with an unpalatable material like kitty litter, soil or used coffee grounds.
  • Place the mixture in a sealed plastic bag.
  • Throw it in your household trash.
  • Scratch out all personal information on the prescription label and dispose of it.

Drop it Off:

You can also drop off unused medications: