1. Gather your unwanted medications. See YES/NO list to find out which items can be returned. Leave items in their original containers. Mark out any personal information if you wish.

2. If you have controlled substances – what is a controlled substance? – you cannot return these to a pharmacy, but you can take them to a participating law enforcement office.

3. Bring medications to a participating pharmacy or law enforcement office. See list of locations to find a participating pharmacy near you.

4. Deposit medications into the secure bin marked for medication return.

What if there are no return locations nearby?

What if I have medicines not accepted by this return program?