The best way to dispose of old prescription drugs is to use a take-back program, however, if a take-back program is not available there are other quick and easy ways to dispose of old prescription drugs:
- Mix them in with something to help them break down. Follow the easy steps below for quick home disposal.
- Take the medications out of their bottles.
- Mix them with something unappealing like kitty litter or coffee grounds.
- Seal the medication/kitty litter mixture into a bag or disposable container like a plastic detergent bottle and throw away.
- Dispose of unwanted prescription drugs at permanent prescription drug drop boxes located in the lobbies of the following police departments:
- Reno Police Department at 455 E. 2nd Street, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Sparks Police Department at 1701 E. Prater Way, Monday through Saturday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Washoe County Sheriff’s Office at 911 Parr Blvd., Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- University of Nevada, Reno Police Services at 1664 N. Virginia Street Student Services Building, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.