# COMAR Title 10 — Maryland Department of Health

## Subtitle 34 — Board of Pharmacy

### Chapter 33 — Prescription Drug Repository Program

#### Regulation .07 Disposal Program — Requirements.

*COMAR 10.34.33.07*

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

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

  (1) Dispose of prescription drugs or medical supplies collected for disposal in compliance with applicable State and federal laws and regulations;

  (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) Dispose of collected prescription drugs and medical supplies through a third party processor or a reverse distributor, as appropriate; and

  (4) Maintain a separate secure container behind the prescription counter that is clearly marked for the Disposal Program.

C. A pharmacist may not delegate to a pharmacy technician the collection of prescription drugs or medical supplies under §B of this regulation.

D. Repositories that collect controlled dangerous substances for disposal:

  (1) Shall comply with the requirements of the Secure and Responsible Drug Disposal Act of 2010;

  (2) May collect non-controlled dangerous substances and medical supplies in the same manner; and

  (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.