Proper Disposal of Household Medication

1. Keep medicine in original container. Mark out personal information on prescription bottles.
2. Mix liquid medicine with undesireable substances like coffee grinds, cat litter, or dirt. Dilute pills with water, then add coffee grinds, cat litter or dirt.
3. Place bottles in an opaque container, like yogurt container, and secure the lid; or wrap in a dark colored plastic bag.
4. Hide the container in the trash. Do NOT recycle.
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Visit the West Deptford Township Police Department Lobby and discard of your medication in their drop box. Liquids and needles are NOT permitted in this drop box.

DO NOT DISPOSE OF MEDICATION DOWN THE DRAIN OR TOILET.