WINTHROP HARBOR POLICE DEPARTMENT - Medicine Disposal

Address

830 Sheridan Road
Winthrop Harbor, IL 60096

(847) 872-2131

www.whpd.org

Service Hours
24/7

AKA:

Prescription Drug Disposal Box

Description:

Prescription drug disposal boxes to take back your old, outdated or unused prescription drugs. Items acceptable for deposit in the collection box include:

- Prescription medications, including controlled substances
- All over-the counter medications
- Medication samples
- Pet medications
- Vitamins and supplements
- Medicated ointments, lotions, creams and oils
- Liquid medication in leak-proof containers
- Homeopathic remedies

Items not acceptable for deposit in the collection box are:

- Needles/sharps
- Syringes with needles
- Thermometers
- IV bags
- Bloody or infectious waste
- Personal care products
- Empty containers
- Hydrogen Peroxide

Eligibility:

Open to all

Languages:

None

Program Fees:

No fee

Intake Process:

Visit during program hours

Documents Required
- None

Contacts

Program Contact Information

SAVE A STAR Drug Awareness Foundation

Medicine Disposal Box Program

(847) 579-1300 x146

info@saveastar.org

Phone Numbers

Primary Program Phone

(847) 872-2131

Address Listings

Physical (Primary)

830 Sheridan Road
Winthrop Harbor, IL 60096

Mailing

830 Sheridan Road
Winthrop Harbor, IL 60096

Handicap Accessible?

Yes

Wishlist:

Unused or unwanted medicines.

Volunteer Opportunities:

None

Legal Status:

City/County(Parish)

Date of Official Change:

November 17, 2023

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  • Illinois
    • Lake County
      • Winthrop Harbor
      • Winthrop Hbr
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