Did
you know that more than 50% of prescription drug abusers 12 and older
obtained those prescription drugs from family and friends for free?
Further, the number of children
under five seen in emergency rooms for medication poisoning related to
prescription drug self-exposure has increased dramatically. The good
news is that proper disposal of unused drugs is one of the most
effective ways to protect your loved ones from misuse.
To provide a convenient means of safe drug disposal and help curb
abuse, the DEA is hosting a Take-Back Day on April 26, 2014. Consumers
can safely and legally dispose of any unneeded medications, anonymously
and for free.
The
event is one of the few days of the year where residents can drop off
expired or unused prescription medications without having to wonder
whether they will be accepted—even controlled
substances, such as ADHD drugs and prescription pain medications, are collected.
In honor of DEA Take-Back Day and drug disposal awareness,
I had the chance to interview Dr. Catizone, Executive
Director of NABP and a licensed pharmacist, about what this day means,
ways to protect your loved ones from abuse, and the dangers of taking
drugs not prescribed to you.
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