A Household Guide for Alabamians:
Handling and Disposal of Home Medical Waste

Hazards:

• Used needles can transmit serious diseases.
• Medications flushed down the toilet or poured down a drain may adversely affect the function of a septic tank and can harm fish and other marine organisms.
• Unwanted or expired medicines or pharmaceuticals may be harmful to children and adults.
• Never share used needles.