Sharps and Pharmaceutical Waste Disposal Services

Why Proper Disposal of Sharps & Pharmaceuticals Is Critical

Sharps and pharmaceutical waste present serious health, legal, and environmental risks if not handled correctly:

• Sharps waste, such as needles and scalpels, can transmit bloodborne pathogens like HIV, Hepatitis B, and Hepatitis C through accidental needlestick injuries.

• Pharmaceutical waste, including expired or unused Schedule II–V medications, may be diverted, misused, or improperly destroyed, exposing your facility to DEA violations, fines, or public health risks.

• Flushing drugs or throwing them into regular trash can lead to EPA noncompliance and long-term environmental contamination of waterways and landfills.

• Noncompliance with OSHA and DOT regulations may result in penalties, damaged reputation, or operational shutdowns.

Easy RX Cycle helps you avoid these risks with tightly controlled, fully documented disposal protocols — so your team stays safe and your facility remains audit-ready.

What We Dispose Of

Our program handles a broad range of waste streams, all in compliance with federal and state laws:

Sharps Waste

• Hypodermic needles, syringes, and lancets

• Scalpels, blades, and suture needles

• Broken ampoules and glass vials

• Sharps containers (1 to 18 gallons), sealed and ready for disposal

Pharmaceutical Waste

• Expired or damaged prescription medications

• Over-the-counter drugs (liquids, tablets, capsules)

• Compounded medications and repackaged items

• Non-hazardous and RCRA-listed hazardous pharmaceuticals

• Schedule I–V controlled substances, including opioids, benzodiazepines, and stimulants

• Partially used IV bags, syringes, ampoules, and patches

We support dual-waste stream segregation (e.g., separating hazardous from non-hazardous meds) and provide DEA Form 41 support for destruction of Schedule I–II substances.

Flexible Pickup & Mail-Back Options to Fit Any Facility

We offer two industry-leading service options based on your needs:

Scheduled Waste Pickup

Perfect for larger facilities and high-volume generators, our waste pickup service includes:

• Licensed transporters with manifest and chain-of-custody documentation

• OSHA and DOT-compliant storage and transport containers

• Flexible pickup schedules — daily, weekly, monthly, or on-demand

• Transport to EPA and DEA-approved destruction facilities

• Certificate of Destruction with every shipment

Mail-Back Waste Kits

Designed for low-to-moderate waste generators who need simplicity and speed:

• Prepaid mail-back containers (1 to 5 gallons)

• DOT-approved with full labeling and shipping documentation

• Instructions for safe packaging and sealing

• DEA Form 41 support for Schedule II–V drugs

• Certificate of Destruction delivered digitally upon receipt

These kits are ideal for small medical offices, pharmacies, dental clinics, veterinary hospitals, and mobile providers.

Who We Serve

We provide tailored services for:

• Outpatient Clinics & Urgent Care Centers – Routine sharps and expired meds

• Retail & Compounding Pharmacies – Expired inventory, returns, and Schedule I–V disposal

• Dental Practices & Oral Surgeons – Used sharps and topical or injectable meds

• Veterinary Clinics & Animal Hospitals – Injection sharps, anesthesia drugs, and pet meds

• Long-Term Care Facilities – Resident med returns and LTC-specific destruction protocols

• Hospitals & Surgical Centers – Multi-stream waste management with on-site pickup

• Universities & Research Labs – Laboratory pharmaceuticals and controlled substances

• Hospice & Home Healthcare – Mobile-friendly mail-back kits with instruction for use

Our services are scalable — whether you're operating a solo clinic or managing multiple sites across states.

Regulatory Compliance You Can Trust

We maintain compliance with:

• DEA 21 CFR Part 1317 – Controlled substance destruction

• DEA Form 41 preparation and submission

• DOT 49 CFR – Safe transport of medical and pharmaceutical waste

• OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1030 – Bloodborne pathogen standards

• EPA hazardous waste regulations (RCRA Subtitle C)

• State Board of Pharmacy and Department of Health guidelines

We also offer:

• Chain-of-custody documentation

• Digital Certificates of Destruction

• Staff training materials for safe waste handling

• Policy review and SOP alignment assistance

• Audit preparation and regulatory support