[Pharmwaste] RE: Pharmwaste Digest, Vol 3, Issue 12

Lucy Doroshko doroshkl at michigan.gov
Mon Jan 30 16:44:15 EST 2006


I know that DEA is becoming more aware of this problem and the fact that so many community programs are being asked by residents to manage their waste pharmaceuticals.  I like your idea, Andria.  What about different colored containers (dayglo purple or some such) so that patients would remember that the drug is a controlled substance?  I already know the negative part of that idea ... then the criminal element would more easily be able to identify discarded medication in the trash.  But, has the idea of different colored containers for controlled substances been put forth?
 
Lucy Doroshko, Recycling Specialist
Pollution Prevention and Compliance Assistance Section
MDEQ Environmental Science and Services Division
525 W. Allegan, One North
PO Box 30457
Lansing, MI  48909-7957
517/373-1322
FAX:  517/241-0858
doroshkl at michigan.gov
 
Check the DEQ Recycling Website at www.michigan.gov/deqrecycling


>>> "Andria Ventura" <aventura at cleanwater.org> 1/30/2006 4:40 PM >>>

Regarding the issue of controlled substances, would it be possible to
institute a policy requiring pharmacists to inform patients that a
prescription is controlled, and therefore, not acceptable for drop off later
on when they dispense the drug?

Andria Ventura
Clean Water Action



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