How do you return unused medications to the pharmacy?

First, identify the medications you no longer need by checking expiration dates and/or consulting with your doctor or pharmacist.

Before returning your unused medications to the pharmacy, be sure you have properly prepared them for return. How to do this depends on the type of medication.

Tablets, pills and other solid medications

Remove solid medications from their original containers and transfer them into clear bags, such as ziplock bags. Make sure there is no personal information on the bags. DO NOT put sharps with used medications.

Packaging and containers should be diverted to the appropriate waste stream (recycling, landfill, etc.).

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Creams, gels and liquid medications and inhalers

Keep cream, gel and liquid medications in their original containers. Remove your personal information from the containers by removing or scratching off the prescription labels.

Sharps and used needles Do not mix sharps with any other medications you are taking to the pharmacy. Used sharps should be disposed of in a designated sharps container provided to you by your pharmacy or healthcare facility. If available, cover your needles with a safety guard before transferring them to the sharps container.

Is the pharmacy able to accept medical supplies and equipment?

No, these products are not accepted at our pharmacy for disposal. Along with any garbage or recycling, they should be diverted to the appropriate waste stream (landfill, recycling, e-waste, household hazardous waste, etc.).