Pardeeville, WI – Columbia County residents are encouraged to safely dispose of their unused or expired medications during the DEA National Prescription Drug Take Back Day this Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Pardeeville Hometown Pharmacy located at 117 N Main Street.
According to the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office, the event provides a free and confidential way for the public to prevent medication misuse and environmental harm by properly discarding unneeded prescription and over-the-counter drugs.
Participants may bring pills, tablets, ointments, creams, patches, vials, and other non-aerosol medications. However, authorities advise not to bring illegal drugs, needles, sharps, mercury thermometers, inhalers, or bio-hazardous materials.
The sheriff’s office notes that unused medications should never be flushed down the toilet or thrown in the trash, as they can contaminate waterways and pose risks to wildlife and community health. National data shows that nearly three out of four people who misuse prescription drugs obtain them from family or friends.
Residents can drop off medications at the pharmacy’s designated collection area during the scheduled hours — no questions asked.
This initiative is part of a nationwide DEA campaign promoting safe, responsible drug disposal to reduce misuse and environmental impact.
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