Medication Disposal
Proper medication disposal helps protect your family, community, and environment. Misused prescription drugs—especially opioids—often come from home medicine cabinets. By safely disposing of unused medications, you help prevent accidental poisoning, misuse, and overdose.
Deterra Disposal Bags
ICARE Union County in collaboration with the Union County Opioid Abatement Board provides free Deterra Drug Deactivation and Disposal Bags to Union County residents.
These eco-friendly pouches safely neutralize medications—including pills, patches, liquids, creams, and films—right at home.
How They Work:
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Place medications in the Deterra pouch.
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Add warm water to activate the organic carbon.
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Seal, shake, and throw the pouch away in your regular household trash.
The contents are permanently deactivated—making them safe for disposal and environmentally friendly.
Request Free Deterra Bags
Use the form below to request Deterra Bags for your home, workplace, or community event.
ICARE staff will contact you to arrange pickup or delivery.