Drug Take Back Boxes

The risks involved with not safely disposing unused and expired drugs far outweigh the time it takes to actually clean out the medicine cabinet. You can prevent a potential opioid misuse occurrence!

In Somerset County, there are 7 Drug Take Back Box locations to safely dispose of any unused medications.

Acceptable Deposits

• Any expired or unused medication that comes in pill form, capsules or liquid in a bottle.
• Non-liquid forms of medication can be in the original container or a zip lock baggie.

Unacceptable Deposits–These items should not be placed in the drug drop boxes

• All medical waste.
• Needles, lancets, syringes, and razor blades should be securely enclosed in a metal or plastic container and thrown in the regular trash.