Information for Consumers
The following is the final version of the Guidelines for California Pharmaceutical Waste Take Back Programs approved by the California Integrated Waste Management Board on February 24, 2009. Revised Criteria and Procedures for Model Home-Generated Pharmaceutical Waste Collection and Disposal Programs.
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Tips to Save You Money When Buying Prescription Drugs (PDF)
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