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Medication not labeled for use in the U.S. is not eligible for donation. We only accept donations that meet U.S. labeling standards to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.

Expired medication is not eligible for donation. We ask individuals to ensure their medication is 5+ months away from expiration. For organizations donating either prescription or over-the-counter medicine, most donations need to be 6+ months from expiration.
You can donate inhalers, as long as they are unopened or have an inner seal. Foil-wrapped inhalers are acceptable, even if the outer box is opened.
Yes, you can donate self-injectable medications such as epi-pens or other pre-filled syringes if they are unexpired, sealed/unopened, non-controlled, and non-refrigerated.
No, IV medications are not eligible for donation.
Yes, you can donate liquid medication (prescription or over-the-counter) if it is unexpired, sealed/unopened, non-controlled, and non-refrigerated.
No, medical supplies are not eligible for donation.
You can donate prescription and over-the-counter medicine as often as you’d like, and according to your facility’s needs! Some groups make a shipment every week, while others donate every 1-2 months or as part of their surplus management practices.

Yes. Donating medicine is legal. SIRUM works under each state’s Good Samaritan Laws for Drug Donation. We are the nation’s leading expert on drug donation laws and regulations.
