Why You Should Get Rid of Your Unused or Expired Medications

Send us Fan MailGet rid of your unused or expired meds at the upcoming Medication Cleanout scheduled for April 22. The event happens twice a year in Lubbock, Amarillo and Abilene, Texas. Our guest for this episode is Jeanie Shawhart, Pharm.D. She is a pharmacist and managing director of the Texas Panhandle Poison Center. Dr. Shawhart explains why it’s important to get rid of those medication you’re not using anymore, even if you bought them over the counter. And don’t despair if you don’t live in any of those areas or miss the dates for Medication Cleanout. Just search online for “drug take back day” or “national prescription drug take back day” for a drop off location near you.