Groton Prescription Drug Take-Back Program This Weekend

Groton’s National Prescription Drug Take-Back program will take place on Saturday, Sept. 27, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Groton Senior Center parking lot, 52 Newtown Rd., via the Groton Police.

The service is free and anonymous. Prescription and over-the-counter medications, patches, ointments, vitamins, sample medications and pet medications will be accepted at the prescription drug drop box.

The following will not be accepted at the drop box: lotions or liquids, aerosol cans, inhalers, hydrogen peroxide, thermometers, needles or other sharp objects and medication from businesses or clinics.

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