The National Return of Unwanted Medicines project has reported that there are some pharmacies who have not accepted returns of medicines from the public during the declared COVID-19 pandemic.
There are no restrictions on pharmacies being able to receive returned medicines that are unwanted or expired for disposal in the RUM bins – and pharmacies can continue to receive and dispose of these medicines as normal.
The RUM bins have a new one-way entry design that ensures unwanted and expired medicines are securely transported to an EPA-approved incinerator.
If you have any questions about the RUM service, visit our FAQs.