Get Rid of Meds Safely

If you have any unused prescriptions around the house, it’s important to get rid of them safely.

 
The best thing to do is bring them to a drug disposal box or take-back event. You can also safely dispose of needles at ENCORE Needle Exchange (located at 557 Broad Street, Providence, RI, 02907 – phone: 401-781-0665). Learn more about how to get rid of medicines or medical waste.

Most prescription painkillers are called controlled substances because they can be addictive under some circumstances — especially if they’re not used correctly. To get rid of prescription painkillers, make sure the drug disposal location you’re visiting will accept controlled substances.


Over-the-Counter Doesn’t Mean On-the-Counter:

We all have a role in preventing misuse of medicines. It’s important to keep *all* medicines, both prescription and over-the-counter, in a safe place like a locked cabinet or box. As part of a new campaign from BHDDH and the Rhode Island Regional Coalitions, you can order a FREE medication lock bag by mail or pick one up from a community location.

Share these messages from the Over-the-Counter Doesn’t Mean On-the-Counter campaign by downloading the printable flyers (English | Spanish) and distributing within your networks.


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Thanks to Aware RX and our friends at NOPE-RI for finding these resources. If you have something to add or correct, please email us using the Your Comments box at the bottom of this page.