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Full Resource Name:
WINTHROP HARBOR POLICE DEPARTMENT - Medicine Disposal
Address
830 Sheridan Road
Winthrop Harbor, IL 60096
(847) 872-2131
Hours:
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Prescription drug disposal boxes to take back your old, outdated or unused prescription drugs.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
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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