Department of Consumer Protection Announces Local Drug Collection Boxes
January 6, 2017The Department of Consumer Protection has announced the location of medication drop boxes. These boxes are secured in the lobby of police departments throughout Connecticut and are accessible anytime the department is open. Simply drop off the unwanted medications and they will be safely and securely destroyed.
What can be discarded in local medication drop-boxes:
- Over-the-counter medications
- Prescription medications
- Medication samples
- Medications for household pets
- Medicated lotions or ointments
What cannot be discarded in local medication drop-boxes:
- Needles or other “sharps”
- Hazardous waste
- Thermometers
- Personal care products (shampoo, etc.)
Locations near you:
- Shelton Police Department, 85 Wheeler Street, Shelton
- Stratford Police Department, 900 Longbrook Avenue, Stratford
- Division of State Police Troop G, 149 Prospect Street, Bridgeport
- Ansonia Police Department, 2 Elm Street, Ansonia
Click here for more information and to find a complete list of drug collection box locations.
