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How can i dispose of old prescription medicine?

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Pharmacies: Most pharmacies and some hospitals have collection and proper disposal methods. That is a good place to start. hospitals can also do this and in some communities the fire station can do this. It is advised not to flush these down the toilet or to put them into the regular trash.

Answered 6/1/2014

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