How to Dispose of Prescription Drugs in San Diego, CA
San Diego Miramar HHW is appointment chemicals and e-waste. Pills are usually a pharmacy or law-enforcement take-back, not a sharps load. Confirm medications when you book — City of San Diego — Household Hazardous Waste Transfer Facility — or use a DEA event. Do not flush except FDA flush-list drugs.
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Local specifics
| Curbside pickup | No / special call or drop-off required |
|---|---|
| Average tipping fee | Free pharmacy / police take-back |
| Hazardous rating | Medium |
| Nearest facility type | San Diego pharmacy take-back — confirm before Miramar HHW |
| Rule source level | city |
| Last verified | 2026-08-10 |
Common questions
Same as sharps?
No. Needles go in a puncture container. Pills go to medication take-back.
Flush them?
Only if the specific drug is on the FDA flush list and you have no take-back option.
HHW?
Some HHW sites refuse medications. Confirm before you drive.
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