Take Back Sites
During the COVID-19 health crisis, it's MORE IMPORTANT than ever to remove the risk and keep your loved ones safe.
Unused prescription drugs can be dangerous, especially for children, teens and even pets. Misused medications can lead to accidental overdose or addiction. Here are ways you can safely dispose of unused or expired prescription drugs:
The DEA hosts National Prescription Drug Take Back Day twice per year, in April and October.
Drop off at a take-back location
Many take back locations like pharmacies and police stations accept unused or expired medications year-round. If you can’t find a take back location near you, request a FREE DisposeRx packet.
Find take back locations in your area:
Aberdeen
Alexandria
Arlington
Armour
Belle Fourche
Beresford
Bowdle
Brandon
Britton
Brookings
Burke
Canton
Centerville
Chadron
Chamberlain
Clark
Clear Lake
Corsica
Custer
Dakota Dunes
De Smet
Deadwood
Dell Rapids
Eagle Butte
Elk Point
Ellsworth Air Force Base
Eureka
Faith
Faulkton
Flandreau
Fort Pierre
Freeman
Gettysburg
Gregory
Hartford
Hot Springs
Huron
Lead
Lennox
Madison
Martin
Milbank
Mitchell
Mobridge
Parkston
Pierre
Plankinton
Platte
Rapid City
Redfield
Salem
Scotland
Sioux Falls
Sisseton
Spearfish
Sturgis
Summerset
Tea
Tyndall
Vermillion
Viborg
Wagner
Watertown
Webster
Wessington Springs
Winner
Woonsocket
Yankton
Safely get rid of unused or expired prescription medication at home.
DisposeRx packets contain an FDA-approved ingredient that chemically and physically neutralizes the drugs when mixed with water. It can be used with pills, tablets, capsules, liquids and powders and thrown away safely at home. Order a FREE DisposeRx packet that is mailed directly to you.
Purchase mail-back packages at participating retail pharmacies
Many pharmacies offer mail-back envelopes for you to safely dispose of your unused medications through the U.S. Mail.