Have unwanted or expired medication, vitamins, or supplements in your home?
Safe disposal protects your family from accidental poisoning, prevents teens from accessing unused medications, and keeps harmful substances out of our water supply. With multiple convenient disposal options available in Meriden, it’s easier than ever to keep your home and community safe.
Easy disposal will keep your family and our environment safe!
No questions asked. Follow the instructions and visit:
Drop off unused medications anytime at the secure collection box in the Meriden Police Department lobby—no questions asked, no paperwork required!
Simply follow the directions on the drop box, deposit your medications in the locked box, and leave. It’s completely anonymous & takes less than a minute.
Accepted Items
- Prescription medications
- Over-the-counter medications
- Medication samples
- Medications for pets
- Narcotics
- Vitamins
Items Not Accepted
- Personal care products
- Needles/syringes
- Thermometers
- IV bags/empty containers
- Blood/infectious waste
- Hydrogen peroxide containers
- Aerosol cans
- Medicated ointments/lotions
- Liquid medications
There are more options if you are not comfortable visiting the police station or CVS.
Prefer privacy? Request a free Deterra disposal bag for home use. Just add water to safely deactivate medications, then toss in your trash. It’s completely private, works in minutes, and protects both your family and the environment.
If you don’t have a bag and need to dispose immediately:
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Remove medications: Take the medications out of their original containers. Ensure containers are completely empty, and set them aside. |
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Mix with an undesirable substance: Combine the medication with something unappealing like used coffee grounds, dirt, or kitty litter. |
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Seal and dispose: Place the mixture in a sealed container (like a resealable bag or empty can) to prevent leaks or spills. Dispose of the container in your household trash. |
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Secure packaging: Scratch out or remove all personal information from the original medication containers, and dispose of them separately. |
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