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4.24.2012

How to Properly Dispose of Prescription Medications

 

 

Prescription Drug Take Back Day


Prescription Drug Take Back Day is taking place on Saturday, April 28, 2012. This is an opportunity to drop off unused prescription drugs to dispose of them safely.
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and government, community, public health and law enforcement partners came together to announce this nationwide initiative, which seeks to prevent increased pill abuse and theft. The DEA will be collecting potentially dangerous expires, unused and unwanted prescription drugs for destruction at sites nationwide, including San Diego. The service is free and anonymous — no questions asked.
Prescription and over-the-counter solid dosage medications (such as tablets and capsules) will be accepted.
Sharp HealthCare will be hosting a drop-off site at the Sharp Corporate Offices in Kearny Mesa. Needles will not be accepted.
When
Saturday, April 28
10 am to 2 pm
WhereSharp HealthCare Corporate Office
8695 Spectrum Center Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92123
Get directions
To find a collection site near you, visit National Take Back Initiative.
Needle DisposalUsed needles will not be accepted, but to find more information on disposing of needles locally, check out the following: