On Saturday, April 22, the City of Portland’s Safe Blocks Program and the Portland Police Bureau are partnering with the Drug Enforcement Administration to host the DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day.

According to officials, Take Back Day offers free and anonymous disposal of unneeded medications at more than 4,000 local drop-off locations nationwide. They will be collecting tablets, capsules, patches, and other solid forms of prescription drugs and over-the-counter medicines.

Safe Drug Disposal 

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Expired or unwanted medicines have a place to go in Portland with the statewide safe drug disposal program. 

There are several ways to dispose of expired or unwanted medications in Oregon. Find convenient kiosk drop off locations and mail-back services or check and see if there is a local take-back event near you.  

Accepted items include: 

Medications in any dosage form, except for those identified as not accepted, in their original container or sealed bag. 

Not accepted items include: 

Herbal remedies, vitamins, supplements, other personal care products, medical devices, batteries, mercury-containing thermometers, sharps, illicit drugs, pet pesticide products, animal medicines, and biologics. 

Keeping expired or unwanted medicines out of the garbage and water supply help protect families, communities, and the environment.  

Program information provided online or by calling 844-482-5322.