Sat · Oct 24 · 6am
Prescription Drug Take Back Day in Elizabeth, NJ
Elizabeth Police Department Headquarters · 1 Police Plaza, Elizabeth, NJ 07201
Elizabeth will collect unused, unwanted, and expired medications on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The drop off is at Elizabeth Police Headquarters, 1 Police Plaza, Elizabeth. The collection is part of the national Prescription Drug Take Back Day. Union County Life shares the details so Elizabeth residents can dispose of old medications safely.
Medications left in a home cabinet can be misused or taken by accident. Take Back Day gives residents a safe way to get rid of them instead of flushing them or throwing them in the trash.
Nationally, the program is free and anonymous. It generally accepts pills, tablets, and patches. It does not accept needles, sharps, or illegal drugs. Check with the Elizabeth Police Department to confirm what this site will accept.
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FAQ:
Q: When is Prescription Take Back Day in Elizabeth?
A: Take Back Day is Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Q: Where do I drop off medications in Elizabeth?
A: Drop off medications at Elizabeth Police Headquarters, 1 Police Plaza, Elizabeth, NJ 07201.
Q: Does it cost anything to drop off old medications?
A: No. The Take Back program is free, and no sign up is needed.
Q: What can I bring to Take Back Day?
A: The national program generally accepts pills, tablets, and patches. Needles, sharps, and illegal drugs are not accepted.
Q: Where can I find more Elizabeth safety and health news?
A: Union County Life covers Elizabeth public safety programs, health events, and community news. Visit unioncountylife.com for more.
