Safe Disposal of Unwanted Medicines at Exwick Pharmacy, Exeter
Many households in Exeter accumulate unused, out-of-date, or unwanted medicines in medicine cabinets over time. Disposing of these incorrectly by flushing them down the toilet or putting them in the household bin poses real risks to the environment and to public safety. At Exwick Pharmacy on New Valley Rd, Exeter, we provide a free medicine disposal service for residents across the EX4 postcode, ensuring that unused medicines are collected and destroyed safely and responsibly.
What Medicines Can You Return?
Medicines that are flushed down drains or toilets can contaminate waterways and aquatic ecosystems, as water treatment plants are not always equipped to fully remove pharmaceutical compounds. Medicines placed in general waste can be accessed by children, animals, or others for whom they were not intended. Returning your unwanted medicines to a pharmacy is the safest and most environmentally responsible method of disposal available to members of the public.
How the Service Works at Exwick Pharmacy
Exwick Pharmacy accepts a wide range of unwanted medicines including tablets, capsules, liquids, creams, ointments, patches, sprays, and eye or ear drops. We also accept sharps such as insulin needles in appropriate sharps bins. We do not accept cytotoxic medicines, such as certain chemotherapy drugs, which require specialist collection arrangements. If you are unsure about a specific medicine, please contact our team and we will advise.
Protecting Your Home and the Environment
The process of returning your medicines could not be simpler. Bring your unwanted medicines to Exwick Pharmacy in Exeter and hand them to a member of our team. There is no need for an appointment and no forms to fill in. We will place your medicines in a secure waste container that is collected by a licensed pharmaceutical waste contractor and incinerated at high temperature in a controlled and regulated facility.
This service is completely free of charge and is available to anyone in the local community. You do not need to be a patient of Exwick Pharmacy to use the medicine disposal service. We encourage all residents of Exeter and the surrounding EX4 area to clear out their medicine cabinets regularly and bring any unwanted medicines to us. It takes only a moment and makes a real difference to the safety of your home and our environment.
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- Exwick Pharmacy
- New Valley Road, Exwick, Exeter, Devon, EX4 2AD
- exwickpharmacy@gmail.com
- +44 1392 221272
Frequently Asked Question
Can I return medicines that belong to someone who has passed away?
Yes, we regularly receive medicines from families clearing a loved one’s belongings. There is no need for any documentation simply bring the medicines in and we will take care of the rest.
Do I need to remove medicines from their original packaging before returning them?
No, please leave medicines in their original packaging if possible, as this helps our team handle them safely. Do not open blister packs or separate tablets from bottles.
Can I return needles and sharps to Exwick Pharmacy?
Yes, we accept sharps in appropriate sharps bins. Please ask our team about the correct container if you are unsure. Loose needles cannot be accepted for safety reasons.
Is there a limit to how many medicines I can return at once?
There is no strict limit for household amounts. If you have a particularly large quantity, please contact us in advance so we can ensure we have sufficient capacity.
What happens to the medicines I return?
All returned medicines are placed in secure pharmaceutical waste containers and collected by a licensed contractor. They are then incinerated at high temperature in a regulated facility, ensuring they are destroyed safely.
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Pharmacy Info
- GPhC Registration Number: 2211565
- Limited Company Registration No: 9101478
- Superintendent pharmacist: Swapnkumar Mukeshbhai Patel
Contact Info
- Name: Exwick Pharmacy
- exwickpharmacy@gmail.com
- +44 1392 221272
- New Valley Road, Exwick, Exeter, Devon, EX4 2AD
Working Hours
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Monday - Friday:
8:30am to 6pm -
Saturday - Sunday:
Closed