Take Back Program

Take Back Drug Program

The Haworth Apothecary will now be taking back most unused pharmaceuticals. Please place all you prescriptions in the mailbox in the rear foyer. We will properly dispose of these drugs so that they are not contaminate our water supply and aquatic life. Please note that we can not accept controlled substances, such as Codine, Perocet, Morphine and Adderall. If you have any questions about our Take Back Drug Program, please do not hesitate to ask the pharmacist.

Daily MedNews

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FDA Consumer Health Information

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FDA's MedWatch Safety Alerts: December 2011
FDA gives updated safety information on ADHD drugs and heart disease in adults, dietary supplements that could be contaminated with Salmonella, and a blood thinner that may lead to bleeding problems. Learn about these and other safety alerts at http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucmXXXXXX.htm

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