Here is where you can dispose of unneeded prescription medications

CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - Here is all the information on where and how you can get rid of extra or old prescription drugs to prevent addiction and reduce overdose deaths.

A release from the DEA said drug overdoses claim more than 300 lives daily and the majority of people who misuse prescription medication obtained the medicine from a family member or friend.

The Drug Enforcement Administration Cleveland District Office is preparing for the 27th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, set for Oct. 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The event offers free, anonymous disposal at more than 4,000 local drop-off locations nationwide, according to a release.

Find a location for drop off here: www.DEATakeBack.com

A release shared that there are also year-round receptacles available at more than 13,000 pharmacies, hospitals, police departments and businesses.