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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in 2017, 530 Oregon residents died from drug overdose – many of those related to illegal opioids like fentanyl and heroin. Overdose rates continue to climb across the country and in our state.

Too often, addiction to illegal opioids begins with misuse of prescription medications. We must come together to end this cycle and help individuals and families who are struggling and provide communities with resources to prevent substance misuse.

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You can use household  materials to dispose of your unused medications. All you have to do is mix your medicines with kitty litter or  old coffee grounds in an  airtight container and dispose of it in your trash can.

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Safe Use & Disposal

You can help prevent prescription drug misuse by learning more about safe use, storage, and disposal of medications.  

SAFELY USE

Always talk to your doctor about how to use a prescription medication before taking it.

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Be sure to follow dosing recommendations closely.

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Don't mix medications without first checking with your doctor.

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Never mix prescription opioids with alcohol.

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Don't take someone else's medication.

SAFELY STORE

Always keep prescription medications in a locked or secure place – and always out of the reach of children.

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Have a family conversation about the dangers of misusing prescription medication.

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Never share medications with family members.

SAFELY DISPOSE

When finished using a prescription medication as directed by a medical professional, you should safely dispose of it rather than keep it in your medicine cabinet for future use.

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Below are several ways to easily and safely dispose of unused medications. Visit the Food and Drug Administration website or talk to your doctor about the disposal method best suited for your medication

One of the best things we can all do to help address the opioid crisis in our state is to safely dispose of unneeded prescription medications. There are several options:

You can use household materials to dispose of your unused medications. All you have to do is mix your medicines with kitty litter or old coffee grounds in an airtight container and dispose of it in your trash can.

You can visit a drug takeback center in your community.

Click HERE to find locations in Oregon

You can use a home disposal kit – you’ll put unused medications in the included pouch,
add water, seal and dispose of it in the trash.

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