This program offers residents a safe way to dispose of addictive medications. According to the 2019 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, in 2019 alone an estimated 9.7 million people misused prescription pain relievers, 4.9 million people misused prescription stimulants and 5.9 million people misused prescription tranquilizers or sedatives.
If you or someone you know is struggling with misuse, don’t hesitate to reach out for help.
Prescription Drug Collection Bin Available for Use
The MedReturn Drug Collection box is located in the North Reading Police Station lobby, 152 Park St.
Those wishing to dispose of unused or expired prescription medications may do so anonymously by simply putting the medications into the bin. You don’t need to speak with an officer or dispatcher; we’re grateful you’ve chosen to responsibly dispose of unused medications.
Please note that liquids are not accepted. There is a separate kiosk to the right of our drug collection box that accepts needles, lancets and sharps
For more information about the disposal of prescription drugs, contact North Reading Police at (978) 664-3131.
Medications Accepted
Medications NOT Accepted
