Drug Drop Box

WLPD Evidence Tech Elle Wilks next to medicine drop box

***ANY MEDIUM TO LARGE AMOUNTS SHOULD BE TAKEN TO METRO RECYCLING IN OREGON CITY***

In order to assist citizens in safely disposing of SMALL (up to 12 small/medium bottles) amounts of unwanted medications and prescription drugs, a secure drop box has been installed in the lobby of the Police Department. The Police Department will be responsible for the collection, removal, and destruction of these items. Drop box hours are the same as the Police Department's office hours, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. excluding holidays.

Acceptable Items

  • Prescription medications and samples
  • Over-the-counter medications
  • Vitamins
  • Pet medications
  • Medicated ointments

Unacceptable Items

  •   LIQUIDS
  •   LOOSE PILLS
  •   Thermometers
  •   Sharps/syringes
  •   IV bags
  •   Bloody or other infectious waste
  •   Hydrogen peroxide
  •   Aerosol cans/inhalers
  •   EpiPens
  •   Medications from businesses or clinics
  •   Ointments and lotions
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