MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Justice announced that this Saturday, October 24, is National Drug Take Back Day. There are 136 events across the state where residents are encouraged to dispose of unwanted and unused medications properly.
There are 239 participating law enforcement agencies offering the opportunity to dispose of medication safely.
Here is what is and isn’t allowed.
Allowed to Bring:
- Prescription medication
- Over the counter medication
- Ointments
- Patches
- Inhalers
- Non-aerosol sprays
- Creams
- Vials
- Pet medications
- Vape pens or e-cigarette devices with batteries removed
- Liquids in original packaging
Not Allowed to Bring:
- Illegal drugs
- Needles/ anything sharp
- Acirds
- Aerosol cans
- Bio-hazardous materials (anything with bodily fluids in it)
- Personal care products
- Paints, oils, or gas
- Mercury thermometers
