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King County now has a safe and convenient way to  dispose  of unwanted medicines. 

We can safely dispose of the medicines we no longer need by taking  them to a drop-box located throughout King County. This is part of a current effort to decrease the risk of drug abuse, overdose, and preventable poisonings.

Participating pharmacies, clinics, hospitals and law enforcement offices will accept most prescription and over-the-counter medicines for disposal. Mail-back envelopes are also available for residents who are home-bound or have limited mobility.

The depositories nearest Pinehurst are:

  • QFC, 11100 Roosevelt Way NE
  • QFC, 1531 NE 145th St
  • Northwest Prescriptions, 1536 N 115th St. Suite 100
  • Group Health Northgate, 9800 4th Ave NE

Medicines Accepted:

  • Medicines sold in any form – solids, liquids, creams
  • Prescription
  • Non-prescription (over-the-counter)
  • Controlled substances (such as OxyContin, Ritalin)
  • Pet medicines

Not Accepted for Return:

– Herbal Remedies
– Vitamins
– Supplements
– Cosmetics
– Personal Care Products
– Compressed Cylinders
– Aerosols
– Inhalers
– Medical Devices
– Pet Pesticide Products
– Sharps
– Illicit Drugs
– Iodine-Containing Products
– Medicines from Businesses

For more locations, see the map at https://kingcountysecuremedicinereturn.org/

 

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