The 2011 Drug Take Back Event is Saturday, October 29
The Eureka Police Department will be hosting a Prescription Drug Take Back event on October 29, 2011, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Eureka Police building, 120 City Hall Drive, Eureka, Mo.
What is the Drug Take Back Program?
A program provided by the Eureka Police Department and in partnership with United States Drug Enforcement Agency.
Purpose?
To increase awareness of prescription and over the counter drug abuse issues facing our area’s youth and to help eliminate prescription drugs from homes that are no longer being used. The medicine cabinet is the most popular place for medications of abuse. This program will provide a safe place for disposal of prescription drugs that are no longer needed.
Please do:
- Bring in medications from anyone living within your household.
- Bring medications in their original packaging from the pharmacy. Medications not in their original packaging will take longer to process and may be subject to further inspection.
- You may bring in any medications from a licensed pharmacist, including controlled substances, liquids containing medications, prescription inhalers, and medicated ointments or patches.
Please don’t:
- Bring in any medication from anyone who does NOT reside in your home.
- Do not bring illicit drugs, (example: marijuana, cocaine, etc.) to the Take Back Program site. Those drugs can be turned in anytime to the Eureka Police Department any other time.
Not Accepted
- Sharp objects including needles
- Radioactive Medicines
- Bio-hazardous materials
- Glass thermometers or other medical devices
No medications from businesses such as pharmacies or doctor’s offices will be accepted. Only medications from individuals can be accepted for this program.
The City of Eureka is excited to take part in these days, but we take it one step further. Located in the lobby of the Eureka Police Department there is a Medication Drop Box where people can bring their prescription drugs into the station 24/7.
If you’d like more information about this initiative, please contact the police department at 636-938-6600.