Can unused medications go in the garbage or down the drain?

No. Medications should never go in regular garbage, sinks or toilets. Flushed or landfilled pharmaceuticals contaminate waterways and soil, and improper disposal can breach provincial environmental regulations. Healthcare facilities must use an approved pharmaceutical waste container and a licensed disposal provider. Households can return unused medications to a local pharmacy, and pharmacies themselves partner with providers like Daniels to manage both patient returns and expired stock.