Bucks County residents sent a powerful message this past Saturday, April 25: safety starts at home.
As part of the DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, local law enforcement collected 9,641.06 pounds of
expired or unused medications along and 1,202.91 pounds of sharps.
Thanks to the participation of Bucks residents across 48 collection sites, this collaborative effort has effectively
prevented thousands of pounds of unused medication from being misused or ending up in the environment.
Since this initiative began in 2010, the Bucks County community has collectively disposed of 263,370.38 pounds of
medication. By choosing to properly dispose of these items, Bucks residents are being proactive against accidental
poisonings and the misuse of prescription drugs.
Beyond cleaning out medicine cabinets, this event served as an opportunity to provide resources. At six designated sites,
NARCAN® (Naloxone HCl) Nasal Spray was available to the public. This life-saving medication is essential for the
emergency treatment of opioid overdoses.
Need Narcan? Bucks County residents can obtain this life-saving tool at no cost to them. Call
215-444-2700, email
bcdac@buckscounty.org or visit
bcdac.org.
Did you miss the event? It’s not too late to safely dispose of unneeded medications to make your home safer. Bucks
County offers year-round, anonymous disposal for your medications. With 45 permanent drop-box locations situated in
police stations and hospitals throughout the county, safe disposal is always available. To find the location nearest to you
or to see a list of accepted items, visit
www.bcdac.org.
A Reminder for Medication Safety:
Store safely: Keep medications in a secure, cool, and dry place.
Follow instructions: Only take medications as prescribed by your doctor.
Never share: Medications are personalized for the individual; never share yours with others.
Dispose properly: Don't flush or trash medications—use a certified drop box or take-back event to ensure they
are handled safely.
