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Help us keep our youth safe by properly disposing of unused and unwanted medications. 

Clean out your medicine cabinet and properly dispose of prescription medication. 

Collection sites:

  • 220 Washington St. The Somerville Police Department (available 24/7)
  • 220 Broadway, Central Fire Station
  • 6 Newbury St. (Teele Square) Somerville Fire Station

Somerville residents are encouraged to dipose of unwanted medications safely and properly.  There is always a permanent MedReturn Drug Collection Kiosk in the lobby of the Somerville Police Department, 220 Washington Street in Somerville.  Disposal is free, anonymous and available 24/7.  The following items can be deposited in the kiosk:

  • Prescription and over-the-counter medications
  • Pet medications
  • Samples of medications
  • Pills, capsules, inhalers, ointment and patches
  • Vitamins
  • Liquids in glass or leak-proof containers

Remove any identifying information (like your name, address etc on the label) from the container OR place medication is a clear ziplock type of bag.

national take back day


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