Drug Take Back Day In Sulphur Springs

Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office and Posse, in conjunction with the DEA, announced the following: The 26th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is on Saturday, April 27, at Atwwod’s parking lot, 817 Gilmer St. in Sulphur Springs.

The event aims to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs while also educating the public about the potential for abuse of medications.

Here are some examples of accepted drugs:

• Prescription Medications: Any unused or expired prescription drugs, including pain relievers, antibiotics, and other medications prescribed by a doctor
• Over-the-counter (OTC) Medications: Non-prescription drugs like aspirin, antacids, cough syrup, and allergy medications
• Pet Medications: If you have unused pet medications, you can also bring them for disposal.
• Medication Patches and Ointments: You can drop these off as well.
• Vitamins and Supplements: Unwanted vitamins, dietary supplements, and herbal products
• Liquid Medications: Ensure that you seal liquid medications to prevent leaks.
• Nasal Sprays and Inhalers: These are accepted too.