Valley Medical Center Drug Donation Program Launches May 8, 2025

Valley Medical Center Drug Donation Program Launches May 8, 2025

To reduce medication waste and support patients in need, Valley Medical Center is launching a Drug Donation Program starting May 8, 2025. One survey has shown two-thirds of prescription drugs in U.S. households go unused—this program offers a way to put those medications to good use.

How It Works: Patients can donate sealed, unexpired prescription medications. Donations will be reviewed and, if eligible, redistributed at no cost to Valley patients in need of a temporary supply.

Starting May 8, donations are accepted during regular business hours at:

Prescription Pad Pharmacy North
3915 Talbot Rd S, Suite 201, Renton, WA 98055
Mon–Fri, 8 AM – 6 PM

Prescription Pad Pharmacy South
400 Talbot Rd S, Renton, WA 98055
Inside the main hospital, across from the Emergency Room
Daily, 8 AM – 2 AM

What We Accept:

  • Sealed, unused medication bottles
  • Individually packaged (unit-dose) medications
  • Sealed, unused creams and ointments
  • Sealed, unused inhalers
  • Must have at least 6 months until expiration

Not Accepted:

  • Injectable medications (e.g., insulin)
  • Medications in pharmacy-dispensed amber vials
  • Controlled substances
  • Eye drops
  • Over-the-counter medications (e.g., Tylenol, ibuprofen, vitamins)

Items we can’t accept can still be safely discarded using our Medication Take Back Kiosks at both pharmacy locations.

Need Assistance?
If you’re a Valley patient and would like to request donated medications, please contact your provider directly.

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