The Westminster Police Department is partnering with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) for National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. This event offers a free and safe opportunity for community members to dispose of old/unneeded medications. These items can be dropped off at our collection site located at the Public Safety Center (9110 Yates St) on Saturday, Oct. 25 between 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- What: Prescription Drug Take Back Day
- When: Oct. 25 | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
- Where: Westminster Public Safety Center | 9110 Yates St
The following items will not be accepted:
- Aerosols
- Syringes
- Inhalers
- Illicit Drugs
Important Information:
- We don't accept inhalers, vape pens or other e-cigarette devices with non-removable batteries.
- Participants may dispose of medication in its original container or by removing the medication from its container and disposing of it directly into the disposal box. However, liquid products, such as cough syrup, must remain sealed in their original container.
- If an original container is submitted, please remove any identifying information from the prescription label.
- All solid dosage pharmaceutical products and liquids in consumer containers may be accepted. Please ensure the cap is tightly sealed to prevent leakage.
- Intra-venous solutions, injectables, and syringes WILL NOT be accepted due to potential hazard posed by blood-borne pathogens.
Please visit DEATakeBack.com for more information.