Temporary Drop-Off Locations
Find out where you can take back unwanted medicines in Washington State. Current drop-off sites are a temporary solution. We need a permanent statewide program!
How can I dispose of my unwanted and expired medicines?
Ongoing Temporary Take-Back Programs
For the safety of our kids, families and environment, some law enforcement offices and pharmacies are collecting unwanted medicines from residents until a permanent statewide program is in place. Local governments, businesses, individuals and citizen groups are working to create a statewide program paid for by drug companies. Check here to find a temporary take-back location near you.
What to do when you return your medicines
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Check the What Can You Take Back list to see which items are accepted.
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Leave medicines in their original containers and, if you wish, mark out any personal information.
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Most law enforcement offices listed here can accept all medicines, including controlled substances.
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For now, pharmacies cannot accept controlled substances. If you need to dispose of a controlled substance, take it to a participating law enforcement location.
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Additional options - If you cannot find a convenient location in your county, check here for what you can do.
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Locations Found:
Buckley Police Department
133 S. Cedar, Buckley WA 98321 - Pierce County 7 days a week/24 hours a day Accepts controlled substances
360-829-3157
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Dupont Police Department
1780 Civic Drive, Dupont WA 98327 - Pierce County Monday-Friday 8am-5pm Controlled substances only. Accepts controlled substances
253-964-7060
Eatonville Police Department
201 Center St W, Eatonville WA 98328 - Pierce County Monday-Friday,8:30am-4:30pm Accepts controlled substances
360-832-6111
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Edgewood Police Department
2224 104th Ave East, Edgewood WA 98372 - Pierce County Monday-Thursday 8:30am-5pm; Friday 8:30am-noon Accepts controlled substances
253-798-4960
Fife Police and Courts
3737 Pacific Highway East, Fife WA 98424 - Pierce County 7 days a week/24 hours a day Accepts controlled substances
253-922-6633
Gig Harbor Police Department
3510 Grandview Street, Gig Harbor WA 98335 - Pierce County Monday-Friday 8am-5pm Accepts controlled substances
253-853-2420
Lakewood Police Department
9401 Lakewood Drive SW, Lakewood WA 98499 - Pierce County Monday-Friday 9am-5pm Accepts controlled substances
253-830-5000
Puyallup Police Department
311 W Pioneer Way, Puyallup WA 98371 - Pierce County 7 days a week/24 hours a day Accepts controlled substances
253-841-5415
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Pierce County Sheriff’s Department – South Hill Precinct
271 John Bananola Way East , Puyallup WA 98374 - Pierce County Monday-Friday,8:30am-4:30pm Accepts controlled substances
253-798-3278
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Steilacoom Public Safety Building
601 Main St , Steilacoom WA 98388 - Pierce County Monday-Friday: 10a-12pm; 1pm-5pm Accepts controlled substances
253-581-0110
