Government
Deterra for Government
Prevention That Protects Communities
Leftover prescription drugs fuel the opioid crisis — and local governments, law enforcement, and coalitions can help stop misuse before it starts.
Deterra® permanently deactivates opioids, fentanyl, and other medications, making it easy for communities to:
- Mail prevention tools directly to households.
- Distribute at events like take-back days or resource fairs.
- Equip coalitions and law enforcement with a safe, trusted solution.
Opioid settlement funds and prevention grants can support Deterra programs, delivering measurable impact and peace of mind. To date, Deterra has distributed more than 20 million pouches nationwide, permanently deactivating an estimated 1.3 billion pills. Every pouch means fewer pills for misuse and a safer environment for all.
Who We Serve
Local & State Government
Local & State Government
Employee substance use costs employers time and money in lost productivity and increased medical & insurance costs.
Law Enforcement & First Responders
Law Enforcement & First Responders
Supports compliance and patient safety with easy drug disposal.
Coalitions & Outreach Teams
Coalitions & Outreach Teams
Prevents drug misuse through safe, at-home disposal solutions.
Patented Technology for Safe Drug Disposal
Deterra System deactivates prescription drugs, pills, patches, liquids, creams and films. Rendering them inert, unavailable for misuse and safe for the environment. In a simple 3-step process, a user deactivates the drugs by putting them in a Deterra Pouch, adding water, sealing, shaking and throwing it away. It’s truly that simple.
Explore Grant Opportunities for Drug Disposal Programs
Securing grant funding is an important step toward expanding access to safe, at-home drug disposal. Grants from federal, state, and local sources can help you launch programs using the Deterra. To support your efforts, we’ve created a comprehensive Grant Guide—filled with funding opportunities, application tips, and best practices to help you get started.
Funding Opportunities for Drug Disposal Programs
With over $50 billion in opioid settlement funds available nationwide, states and counties have a powerful opportunity to address the crisis. Safe medication disposal solutions like Deterra qualify as a fundable expense.
Protect Your Community with a Household Mailing Program
At Deterra, we help you create a customized Household Mailing Program to reach your community’s most at-risk. Deliver safe, easy-to-use disposal pouches directly to homes to reduce drug misuse and protect public health. The mailing program fits your community’s unique needs by educating those at risk of diversion and misuse.
Outreach & Education
How It Works
Place the medication in the pouch, add water, seal it, shake, and toss. Deterra deactivates drugs quickly and safely.
Government Case Studies
Case studies highlighting how government agencies use Deterra to improve medication disposal and reduce drug misuse.
Partnership Opportunities
We’re teaming up with organizations to fight prescription drug misuse. Join us in making safe disposal easy and accessible.
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