Drug Enforcement Administration
PROPOSED RULES
Disposal of Controlled Substances by Persons Not Registered with the Drug Enforcement Administration
SUMMARY:
In response to concerns raised by individuals, public and
private organizations, the healthcare industry, and the law enforcement
community, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is soliciting
information on the disposal of controlled substances dispensed to
individual patients, also defined as ultimate users, as well as long
term care facilities.
DEA is seeking options for the safe and responsible disposal of dispensed controlled substances in a manner consistent with the Controlled Substances Act and its implementing regulations.
DATES: Written comments must be postmarked on or before March 23, 2009,
and electronic comments must be sent on or before midnight Eastern time
March 23, 2009.
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