Turn in unused medications to us
Transfer your unused medicines to us: a step towards a more sustainable future
Did you know that you shouldn't just throw old or unused medicines in the trash? Many people do not know this, but it is very important for our health and the environment to dispose of medicine residues properly. Therefore, you can safely dispose of your unused medications with us. This is a simple step you can take to contribute to a more sustainable planet!
Why is this important?
Medicines flushed down the regular trash or down the toilet can end up in the environment. This can harm animals, plants and even our drinking water. For example, research shows that drugs in our water can seriously affect aquatic life and degrade water quality. Read more about this in this research.
In addition, medications left at home can be accidentally ingested by children or pets, with dire consequences. So home safety is also an important argument for turning in your medications. More on this in this article.
.How does medicine return work?
Delivering and taking back medicine residues is a joint responsibility. Together we are taking these steps:
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You as a patient: As soon as you notice that you have any medications left over, expired or no longer needed, collect them carefully. Keep them in their original packaging to avoid confusion. Then take them to your pharmacy. Always return needles to a needle container. This is to prevent needlestick injuries!
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The pharmacy: The pharmacy has a special facility for taking 'medicine residues'. Once you turn in your medication, we make sure it is processed in a safe and environmentally friendly way. Our staff is trained to inform you and answer any questions.
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Local agencies: After we receive your medications, the drug residues are transferred to local agencies responsible for their destruction. These agencies ensure that the medicines are processed according to strict environmental regulations so that they do not harm the environment.
Together for a better future
From the pharmacy, we want to contribute to a safe and healthy environment. Therefore, please hand in your old medicines to us. This small gesture can make a big difference! You can find more information and tips on the responsible disposal of medicine residues here.