Ritzville Drug Company launches drug take-back program

The Ritzville Drug Company is now offering a drug take-back program to help its patients safely dispose of medicines that may be dangerous to others and to the environment. The decision has been made in response to news about the presence of pharmaceuticals contaminating the water supply and teenage abuse of prescription drugs.

“As members of the community, pharmacists are in a prime position to ensure the safe and proper handling of medications, from dispensing to disposal,” said Corrina Gray. “Unused or expired medications pose risks to our families, communities, and the environment. We welc...