Maintain Security
- It is important to keep all medication in a secure location
- Keep out of the reach of children and pets
- Consider using a lock box or locked filing cabinet
- Place pill bottles in private area such as bedroom or drawer
Don't Share
- It is illegal to share your perscription medication, even with family
- The doctor prescribes medications specifically for you and your body
- You cannot be sure how the drug may affect others physically or emotionally
- It is a criminal offense to share prescriptions
Proper Disposal
- It is no longer acceptable to flush or throw away medication
- Recent studies show measurable amounts of medication have been found in drinking water and wildlife due to flushing or throwing away medications
- Medication strength changes over time and is not typically safe after one year
- Proper disposal removes the medication from your home in a safe way so that others don't have access to it. Use your local drug drop site.
