County Medicine Collections

Hennepin County is hosting an opportunity for residents to safely dispose of unwanted, unused and expired medicines at the Hennepin County Public Works - Orono Facility for free.

A note from Hennepin County;

Household medicines will be accepted, including prescriptions and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, supplements and pet medications. All forms of medicine will be accepted, including ampoules, blister packs, capsules, creams, cylinders, gels, inhalers, IV bags, patches, pills, powders, sprays, vials, etc.

The event is a drive-through service. When you arrive, follow the signs, stay in your car and stay in line—event staff will assist you.

Keep medications in the original packaging so they can be identified. If the medicine has been removed from the original container, put it in a clear plastic bag and write the name and dosage of the medicine on the bag, if you know it. Put all bottles/packages of medication in a larger, clear plastic bag.

For more information visit www.hennepin.us/medicines or call 612.348.3777.