Leftover prescription drugs in the home that is no longer needed can have serious unintended consequences, which is the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is partnering with communities nationwide for the National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on April 26.

On a national level, the last DEA Drug Take-Back day saw the collection of 500 tons of unused medications. “We would like to see people use the pharmacies, hospitals, and police stations throughout the year because they collect all year long,” Stockmann said.

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, which is slated for 10 a.m.-2 p.m. on April 26, offers people the chance to safely dispose of unwanted prescriptions.