RX Impact Booklet

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List of Medicines Recommended for Disposal by Flushing This list from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) tells you some medications that are able to be flushed when they are no longer needed. Flushing should only be used if there are no disposal sites in the area and there is a risk for accidental ingestion. Numerous government organizations warn of the potential impact flushing medications can have on the environment.


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