Flushing or throwing out old prescription and over-the-counter medications is now actively discouraged by several federal agencies because of potential harm to humans, animals and the environment.

If you are not able to drop off medication on Drug Take Back Day, there are other ways to safely dispose of medication like putting the prescription pills in Deterra bags, which can be picked up ...

Over the last 15 years, Mulcahy said the DEA has collected over 300 tons of prescription medication. Below is a map with several drop-off locations participating in Drug Take Back Day.

This article discusses how to store Zepbound, including at home and while traveling. It also explains how to properly dispose of the medication.

Experts urge Americans to find old drugs and get rid of them. But the Covanta survey found that more than half of respondents (53%) had no idea how to dispose of medications properly.