Granite State residents will have another opportunity Saturday to safely dispose of expired or unwanted prescription medications. The 26th National Prescription Drug Drop-off Day is Saturday, and people will be able to drop off their medications at hundreds of locations, primarily police stations. Officials say National Prescription Drug Take Back Day provides a safe, convenient and responsible way to dispose of unwanted medications. All drugs will be turned over to the Drug Enforcement Administration for safe disposal. “We are currently suffering from a massive drug addiction epidemic in America,” said DEA Agent Paul Spera. >> Download the free WMUR app to stay informed. Go to: Apple | Google Play <
Granite State residents will have another chance Saturday to safely dispose of expired and unwanted prescription drugs.
The 26th National Prescription Drug Drop-off Day is Saturday, and you can drop off your medications at hundreds of locations, primarily police stations.
Officials said National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day provides a safe, convenient and responsible way to dispose of unwanted medications. All drugs will be turned over to the Drug Enforcement Administration for safe disposal.
“We in America are currently suffering from a massive drug addiction epidemic,” said DEA Agent Paul Spera.
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The DEA holds take-back days twice a year and has recovered more than nine tons of drugs across the country over the years. Officials said there are many types of pills they hope people will take.
“These are prescription medications like Percocets, OxyContin, Adderall, and types of medications like post-surgery pills,” Spera said.
Many police stations have drop boxes in their lobbies that are available year-round.
“You can’t dispose of it in the trash or flush it down the toilet, so it ends up outside your home,” Bow Police Officer Serena Shatter said. “It’s not good for the water supply, and it’s not good if it falls into the wrong hands, so this is a safe way to dispose of it.”
Officials said the day is also an opportunity to educate the public about the potential for misuse of medicines.
“Children and people who were not originally prescribed this drug may find this drug, take it, and develop some degree of dependence after using it,” Spera said.
National Prescription Drug Take Back Day will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
To find a Drug Take Back Day location near you, click here.
