MEDICATION STEWARDSHIP CenterEvery prescription tells a story. It begins with a diagnosis, a trusted recommendation, and a patient determined to get better. But the story doesn't end when a medication is dispensed. It encompasses every step of a medication's journey—from appropriate use and patient education to safe storage and responsible disposal. That’s medication stewardship
Through a growing collection of thought leadership, and practical insights exploring the future of community pharmacy, patient safety, caregiving, and healthier homes, our goal is not simply to share ideas, but to inspire meaningful conversations that improve lives and strengthen communities.
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Op-Ed 1: Pharmacists Are Providers. It's Time Washington Caught Up.
By William M. Simpson, President & CEO, DisposeRx, Inc.
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Op-Ed 2: Closing The Medicine Cabinet Gap With Prescription Medication Safety
By William M. Simpson, President & CEO, DisposeRx, Inc.
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Op-Ed 3: Safe At Home - A Public Health Initiative
By William M. Simpson, President & CEO, DisposeRx, Inc.
MEDICATION DISPOSAL RESEARCHScience that supports safer disposal
Peer-reviewed research and third-party studies confirm the safety, simplicity, and effectiveness of in-home drug disposal.
Perelman School of Medicine in Journal of the American Medical Association
Mailing medication disposal kits to patients increased safe opioid disposal by an average of 62%.
Shriners for Children in Journal of the Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America
Providing patients with packets, education materials, and awareness boosted medication disposal to a 92% disposal rate.
Making an impactExplore how DisposeRx is working with pharmacies, healthcare leaders, and communities to build safer homes and healthier communities .
Back to School and Dose Changes
Physicians typically have an increase in ADHD prescriptions during August and September as students prepare to return to the classroom. New prescriptions can mean different doses or formulations as students grow and adapt to their new classroom environments.
The American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychology recommends not saving medication after it is no longer prescribed; instead discarding unused medication using proper disposal procedures.
Free Resources
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Printable Patient Engagement Card
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