Pharmaceuticals

We ask that all LA County residents abide by the Safer at Home Order for Control of COVID-19. Due to this order, some locations may be closed until further notice. Please contact the location to verify it is open.

Do not flush medications down the toilet or put them in the drains!
Dispose medications for free at the Los Angeles County HHW Collection events and Permanent centers:

HHW temporary collection events
Permanent collection centers

For other disposal locations:

DEA Control Substance Public Disposal Locations
Prescription Drug Resources From SAFE MED LA
Safe Drug & Sharps Disposal Locations

For more information regarding the dangers of improper disposal of pharmaceuticals, click here.

Managed by the Los Angeles County Public Works, Environmental Programs Division

Toll Free Phone Number: 1(888) CLEAN LA