1. A. Pharmacies that collect returned prescription drugs or medical supplies for proper disposal shall be approved by the Board as repositories.

2. B. Repositories that collect only non-controlled dangerous substances for proper disposal shall:

   1. (1) Dispose of prescription drugs or medical supplies collected for disposal in compliance with applicable State and federal laws and regulations;
   2. (2) Have policies and procedures regarding the safe and secure handling and disposal of prescription drugs and medical supplies, to include specific guidelines for prescription drugs requiring special disposal or care;
   3. (3) Dispose of collected prescription drugs and medical supplies through a third party processor or a reverse distributor, as appropriate; and
   4. (4) Maintain a separate secure container behind the prescription counter that is clearly marked for the Disposal Program.
3. C. A pharmacist may not delegate to a pharmacy technician the collection of prescription drugs or medical supplies under §B of this regulation.

4. D. Repositories that collect controlled dangerous substances for disposal:

   1. (1) Shall comply with the requirements of the Secure and Responsible Drug Disposal Act of 2010;
   2. (2) May collect non-controlled dangerous substances and medical supplies in the same manner; and
   3. (3) May commingle the collection of controlled and non-controlled dangerous substances and medical supplies in accordance with the Secure and Responsible Drug Disposal Act of 2010.

Authority: Health-General Article, §§15-601 — 15-609, Annotated Code of Maryland

Effective date: January 29, 2007 (34:2 Md. R. 137)

Chapter revised effective May 9, 2016 (43:9 Md. R. 530)