Too often, unused prescription drugs find their way into the wrong hands. That’s dangerous and often tragic. That’s why it was great to see thousands of folks from across the country clean out their medicine cabinets and turn in – safely and anonymously – a record amount of prescription drugs. The National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day aims to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs, while also educating the general public about the potential for abuse of medications.

Accepted Items Liquid medications (in leak-proof containers) Medicated ointment, lotions, or drops Pills in any packaging (glass bottles, plastic containers, plastic bags, etc.) Over-the-counter medications Liquid medications (in leak-proof containers) *Pet medications

Prohibited Items Blood sugar equipment Sharps/needles Illegal drugs & narcotics (police will accept these items if placed in the container) Thermometers IV bags Bloody or infectious waste *Personal care products (shampoo, lotions, etc) safe At-Home Disposal

Locations in Sumner County for April 30th:

Kroger - Hendersonville, Gallatin, White House

Vol State Campus Police

Mike’s Foodland - Westmoreland

Goodlettsville Police Department

*Permanent Prescription Drug Take Back Map: https://tdeconline.tn.gov/rxtakeback/