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Protect Patients & the Environment
By Offering Safe Disposal of Unused Meds
 Our Patient-Friendly
Collection Options Stop
Environmental Harm,
Poisonings & Diversion
The Texas Takeway Program is a joint venture between TPA and Sharps Compliance Inc. to offer safe and affordable drug disposal options to Texas pharmacists.
Up to125,000 tons of of unused medications are improperly disposed of into wastewater each year (Associated Press, 2008). These discarded chemicals are a threat to humans and wildlife when they enter water sources.
Countless more unused medications are routinely deposited in waste containers, where they can pose a serious risk of poisoning or adverse health effects to children, pets and wildlife. Unused and expired medications that are easily accessible at home can be taken by teens or others for improper use.
The Texas Takeaway Program protects patients and our environment by making it easy to safely dispose of old or unused medications. Our convenient options will strengthen your image and bring patients into your store:
- 8”x 11”Postage-Paid Envelope — Just Seal & Mail
- Pharmacy Drop Box — 10- or 20-gallon: Just Seal & Ship
Placing a Takeaway drop box in your store or selling Takeway self-mail envelopes offers several advantages:
- Reduces environmental harm from improper disposal;
- Reduces risk of poisoning and diversion;
- Brings patients to your store;
- Improves your public image; and
- Offers a valuable opportunity to gather critical information about why drugs aren't used.
Learn More About the Texas Takeaway Program
Order Takeaway Containers or Envelopes Now
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