Rx Take Back Day on October 25 aims to rid area homes of unwanted medications

On Saturday, October 25, local law enforcement and prevention coalitions will host three prescription drug take-back sites in Taney County during the DEA National Rx Take Back Day.

Rx Take Back Days are a great alternative to flushing medications, which is discouraged. Rx Take Back Days and the use of the permanent drug drop boxes protect area waterways from contamination from medications. City and county sewer systems and private septic systems are designed to treat biological waste and do not remove medications that are flushed down the toilet or dropped down a sink.

During the Rx Take Back Day, drop off locations will be set up on Saturday, October 25 at the following locations:

 ·         10 a.m. to 2 p.m. - Walgreens Pharmacy – 210 State Highway 165, Branson

·         10 a.m. to 2 p.m. - Lakeland Pharmacy - 1232 Branson Hills Pkwy., Branson

·         10 a.m. to 2 p.m. - Walgreens Pharmacy – 101 Industrial Park Drive, Hollister

Over-the-counter medications, pet medications and prescription medications are accepted in pill form, liquid form, patches and creams. No inhalers or needles/ syringes accepted.  

To locate an Rx Take Back Day location or a permanent disposal box near you, visit DEATakeBack.com.