Safely clear out your medicine cabinet! Bring your unneeded or expired prescription and over-the-counter medications for free, anonymous disposal.

This event is for community members only. Medications from hospitals, medical offices, distributors, veterinary clinics, or DEA registrants will not be accepted.

What’s accepted?

• Prescription and over-the-counter medication pills

• Liquid medications

• Pet prescription medications, including pills and liquids

What’s not accepted?

Sharps, inhalers, vape devices, creams, intravenous solutions, medical waste or equipment, and items not listed above as accepted.

How to prepare your medications

• Pills: You may leave them in their original containers. Black out any personal information.

• Liquids: Keep them in their original bottles, black out any personal information, and place the bottles in a zip-top bag.

Can’t make it?

Permanent prescription medication drop-off bins are available at:

• Truckee Police Department: Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

• CVS Pharmacy: During business hours

• Tahoe Forest Hospital Pharmacy: During business hours

Accepted items may vary by location.

This free community event is a partnership among the Truckee Police Department, Nevada County Public Health, Tahoe Forest Health System, The Speedy Foundation, and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA).