The National Prescription Drug Take Back Day aims to provide a safe,
convenient, and responsible means of disposing of prescription
drugs, while also educating the general public about the
potential for abuse of medications.
DEA's National Drug Take Back Day
Drug Take Back Spring Social Media Toolkit
Sample #TakeBackDay Social Media Posts
Here are some enhanced captions for your Drug Take Back campaign.
🌸 “Spring Clean Your Medicine Cabinet!” 🌸 The perfect time to clear out old and unused medications. Join us for Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 25th, 2025, from 10 AM to 2 PM. Find your local drop-off site at www.DEATakeBack.com. #TakeBackDay
🐦 “Spring Into Action!” 🐦 Make room for fresh, healthy habits by safely disposing of old meds this April 25th! Visit a Drug Take Back Day collection site near you from 10 AM to 2 PM. Find a location at www.DEATakeBack.com. #TakeBackDay
🐰 “Hop to It! Don’t Let Expired Meds Linger.” 🐰 Spring is the season of renewal! Safely dispose of unused medications on April 25th, 2025, from 10 AM to 2 PM. Visit www.DEATakeBack.com to find your nearest collection site. #TakeBackDay
🐣 “Time for a Spring Clean-Up!” 🐣 Just like the birds and bees, let’s make sure those old meds are safely disposed of! Join us on Saturday, April 25th, 2025, from 10 AM to 2 PM. Visit www.DEATakeBack.com for more details. #TakeBackDay
🦋 “Fly Into Spring With a Clean Medicine Cabinet!” 🦋 Safely dispose of unused medications and clear out your cabinets this April 25th from 10 AM to 2 PM. Find a collection site near you at www.DEATakeBack.com. #TakeBackDay
🐇 “Bunny-Hop Your Old Meds Away!” 🐇 Let’s make this spring cleaning extra special by getting rid of old medications. Join us on April 25th, 2025, from 10 AM to 2 PM for Drug Take Back Day. Visit www.DEATakeBack.com for more details. #TakeBackDay
Tag The Prescription Playbook in Instagram (@ilhpprxplaybook), Facebook (@IL HPP Rx Playbook), Twitter (@IL_RxPlaybook)
Tag DEA in Instagram and Facebook at @DEAHQ and Take Back using the following hashtags:
#TakeBackDay: use in all social media posts. Get Take Back Day information and resources.
Additional hashtags used in campaign-related posts and shared content:
- #DEA
- #Opioids
- #OpioidCrisis
- #WellnessWednesday
- #OpioidEpidemic
- #SafeDisposal
- #SecureYourMeds
The following are useful links to drug facts and resource materials during and after #TakeBackDay.
- To find our safe disposal materials ILHPP/Shop
- At home safe medication disposal: Deterra
- Drug Overdose Prevention Program Near You
- DEA’s image gallery: generic pill and drug photos
- Take Back Partnership Toolbox: Take Back posters and pamphlets
- Drugs of Abuse: DEA publication w/facts about most commonly abused drugs
- www.JustThinkTwice.com (for teens)
- www.GetSmartAboutDrugs.com (for parents, caregivers, and teachers)
- www.CampusDrugPrevention.gov (for teachers and college campus community leaders/advisors)
- www.OperationPrevention.com
- Year-Round Collection Sites prescription drugs can be disposed of at any of the authorized collectors at any time.
- Where and How to Dispose of Unused Medicines (Source: Food & Drug Administration (FDA))
- How to Dispose of Medicines Properly (Source: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA))
Sample #TakeBackDay Social Media Posts
Here are some enhanced captions for your Drug Take Back campaign use them in their entirety or modify them for your local audience:
- Hey [Enter County Name] County! Are you ready for October’s Drug Take Back Day? Safely disposing of unused and expired medications helps prevent misuse and protects our community. Join us on October 26th, 2024!
- Attention, Illinois residents! Did you know that safe use, storage, and disposal of medications are key to preventing misuse and diversion? Mark your calendars for October 26th, 2024—#DrugTakeBackDay! Check out local locations with year-round safe disposal boxes. #TakeBackDay #SafeDisposalIsASolution
*If you know of any additional locations not listed, please share in the comments! Drug Enforcement Administration – DEA
Feel free to adjust any specific details or tone to better fit your audience!
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Sample #TakeBackDay Social Media Posts
Here are some enhanced captions for your Drug Take Back campaign use them in their entirety or modify them for your local audience:
- Don’t Let Old Medications Haunt Your Cabinets! This October, take action during Drug Take Back Day! Find a safe disposal location near you on Saturday, October 25th, from 10 AM to 2 PM. Visit www.DEATakeBack.com for details. #TakeBackDay
- Fall into Healthy Habits! October is the perfect time to clear out expired and unused medications. Join us for Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, October 25th, from 10 AM to 2 PM. Find your collection site at www.DEATakeBack.com. #TakeBackDay
Halloween-Themed Captions:
- 🕷️ “It’s Drug Take Back Time!” Grab those old and unused medications and make way for a healthier you! Join us on Saturday, October 25th, from 10 AM to 2 PM. Find a collection site near you at www.DEATakeBack.com. #TakeBackDay
- 👻 “Is Your Medicine Cabinet Spooky?” Casper is ready to help you dispose of old medications safely! Join us for Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, October 25th, from 10 AM to 2 PM. Visit www.DEATakeBack.com to find a drop-off location. #TakeBackDay
- 🎃 “It’s the Great Drug Take Back, Illinois!” Don’t forget to celebrate with us on October 25th! We hope the Great Pumpkin brings you lots of unwanted medication to dispose of safely. #TakeBackDay
Feel free to mix and match or tweak any of these to better suit your style!
