Medication Disposal

Medication disposal refers to the proper way to get rid of unused, expired, or unneeded medicines. Proper disposal helps prevent accidental poisoning, misuse, and environmental harm. Common methods include taking medications to designated disposal sites, using drug take-back programs, or following specific disposal instructions on the label, such as mixing pills with unappealing substances before trashing. Flushing medications down the toilet is generally discouraged unless specified. Proper disposal ensures safety for people and the environment, keeping medications out of the hands of those who shouldn't have them.