Prescription Drug Disposal

Proper Disposal of Prescription Drugs

Although beneficial when used properly, unwanted, unused or expired prescription medicines can be a public safety issue. If left on bathroom shelves or tossed haphazardly in trashcans, they can be targets for abuse. In addition, thousands of pets are poisoned each year by ingesting medications, and fish in waterways dirtied by flushed medications show indications for size and developmental damage.

St. Charles County residents can properly dispose of unwanted pills at a kiosk located in our station lobby. View a list of other kiosks in our community.

Please note: The deposit box is for pills only. Please do not deposit whole medication containers, simply empty out containers into the deposit box. Other police departments, companies, etc. listed in the link above may have different disposal procedures. 

Accepted Medications

Note: Only medication in pill form will be accepted.

  • Prescription medications
  • Over-the counter medications
  • Vitamins
  • Samples
  • Medication for pets

Prohibited Items

  • Hydrogen peroxide
  • Inhalers
  • Aerosol cans
  • Ointments, lotions or liquids
  • Medication from businesses or clinics
  • Needles (sharps)
  • Thermometers

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