Where can I dispose of old medications in Colorado Springs?
Where can I dispose of old medications in Colorado Springs?
Safely Disposing of Medications
- Fountain Police Department 719-382-8555.
- Kaiser-Permanente (Pharmacy) 719-282-2466.
- Manitou Springs Police Department 719-685-5407.
- Monument Police Department 719-481-3253.
- Penrose Hospital 719-776-5000.
- Walgreens 719-380-9438.
- Locate a collection site near you.
How do I dispose of expired medications in Colorado?
Dispose of expired, unwanted, or unused medications, including controlled substances, safely. Denver Health now has medication collection bins located at seven (7) of their full service pharmacy locations. Just drop your unwanted medications into the bin for safe and secure disposal. It is as easy as that!
Does anyone take unused medication?
Yes, there are drug donation programs available in 38 states. Donated drugs must be deposited at certain locations and not be expired or opened. The benefits of donating medications are helping people who cannot afford them and safely disposing of drugs to reduce the risk of substance abuse.
Is there a way to donate unused prescription medications?
How do I dispose of medications in the trash?
Follow the steps below for proper trash disposal. Remove medications from their original containers and place in a zip-top bag or a sealable container with a secure lid (make sure you remove pill labels or cross out any identifying information and recycle or dispose the bottles separately). Do not crush or attempt to dissolve pills and capsules.
Where can I Donate my Prescription drugs in Colorado?
Wyoming’s Medication Donation Program and Iowa’s SafenetRx Program are two such programs available to Colorado residents. Prescription medications, including prescribed controlled substances (DEA Schedule II– V).
What kind of pills can I take to the dump?
All locations accept prescribed controlled substances (i.e., Percoset, Vicodin, Xanax, Ritalin and Adderall). Medications may be deposited in their original containers, but you can help conserve space in collection bins by pouring pills/capsules into a zip-top bag and then trashing or recycling containers separately.
How do you dispose of used sharps?
Used needles/sharps should never be placed loosely in the trash or flushed down the toilet. Use a sharps container purchased from a pharmacy or other source, or use a strong plastic container (HDPE plastic with #2 recycling symbol) with a screw-top lid.
