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The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration’s National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day is April 28, 2018, but you can participate anytime!

Help to keep unwanted prescription drugs out of the hands of children or from polluting our environment by turning in unused and/or expired medications.

The Skokie Police Department offers a prescription drug drop box, located in the lobby of the police station, 7300 Niles Center Road. It is available 24/7/365!

Accepted for disposal are prescription medications, controlled substances, all over-the-counter medications (i.e. pain relievers, cold medication, etc.), medication samples, pet medications, vitamins and supplements, medicated ointments, lotions, creams and oils, liquid medication in leak-proof containers and homeopathic remedies.

This program does not accept needles/sharps, syringes with needles, thermometers, IV bags, bloody or infectious waste, personal care products, empty containers and hydrogen peroxide.

For more information, please call 847/982-5988.

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