Prescription Drug Take-Back Day

Prescription drug abuse in the U.S. is increasing at an alarming rate, along with accidental poisonings and overdoses. Studies show that many abused prescription drugs are obtained from family and friends, including from the home medicine cabinet.

Many Americans do not know how to properly dispose of their unused medicine, often flushing them down the toilet or throwing them away – both potential safety and health hazards.

National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day aims to provide a safe, convenient and responsible means of disposing of prescription medications.

Saturday, September 26, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., you can bring your old prescriptions* for safe disposal to:

The Coventry Police Department, 1585 Main St., Coventry

If this is not a convenient location for you, call 1-800-882-9539. The service is free and anonymous, no questions asked.

*The DEA cannot accept liquids or needles, only pills or patches.