Market 32/Price Chopper Offer Year-Round Drug Takeback Program

In commemoration of National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on April 26, Market 32 and Price Chopper are reminding customers that they don’t have to wait for a designated date to safely dispose of expired or unused medications.

All of the company’s pharmacy locations in New York (47), Massachusetts (seven) and Vermont (five) offer secure year-round drug take-back kiosks.

Located near the pharmacy counter, guests may place expired, unused or unwanted medications in the kiosk during regular pharmacy hours – no questions asked. Since the kiosks were installed in 2023, Market 32 and Price Chopper have collected more than 8,856 pounds of medication. 

“Medications can be lifesaving, but if they’re expired, misused or fall into the wrong hands, they can also cause real harm,” said Blaine Bringhurst, president of Market 32 and Price Chopper.

“This program provides an easy way to dispose of medications and encourages guests to make safer choices for themselves and others. It’s one of many ways we are proud to support the health and well-being of the communities we serve.” 

Each kiosk features a secure latch for easy drop-off and is designed to prevent tampering or removal of items once deposited. Guests may dispose of most prescription, over-the-counter and pet medications in either the original dispensed packaging or sealed bag.

Items not accepted include Schedule I controlled substances, illegal drugs, needles, thermometers and medical devices. 

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Medication Safety Program, more than 1.5 million people visit emergency departments for an adverse drug event every year in the Unites States, and nearly 500,000 require hospitalization.