Friday, April 11, 2014

Healthy Habits: Drug Take-Back Day

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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