Innovative solutions for compliant disposal of controlled drugs

Manage waste medicines easily, safely & effectively

Alpha Laboratories Ltd supplies the Controlled Drug Kits from Safer Options that provide a safe, efficient, and compliant method of denaturing or completely destroying controlled drugs prior to disposal, as required under UK legislation.

The Misuse of Drugs Regulations (2001), stipulates that obsolete controlled drugs (CDs) must be destroyed by being denatured and rendered irretrievable, before being placed into pharmaceutical waste containers. Controlled drugs such as opiates (morphine, methadone, pethidine), ketamine, temazepam, barbiturates, and cannabisbased medicines are at risk of being diverted and misused if not rendered irretrievable before disposal. The saferdenature™ and saferdestruct24™ kits address this critical need by helping hospitals, pharmacies, hospices, care homes, and other healthcare providers to safely manage waste medicines and comply with legislation.

Each kit is easy to use, featuring water-soluble sachets that contain the denaturing formula both reducing dust contamination and protecting against accidental spillage. Waste medicines, including tablets, liquids, and patches, are placed in the jar along with the water-soluble sachet. Water is added to the designated level, and the jar is closed and shaken to mix the formula with the controlled drugs. The denaturing/destruction process begins within minutes, and after 48 hours, the kit can be safely placed in a secure pharmaceutical waste container for incineration. In addition, the formula has a bitter taste, acting as an additional deterrent against misuse.

saferdestruct24 is the most advanced formula, and is scientifically proven to destroy 100% of morphine molecules within 24 hours. It also provides a colour change to visually confirm that drug destruction is taking place, offering complete confidence in controlled drug disposal procedures, even in high-risk environments.

The products are manufactured in the UK to the highest standards and are offered in a range of volumes from 250ml to 20L, to meet the diverse needs of healthcare providers.

For more information about Safer Options CD Disposal Kits, or to buy directly visit the website. Also available at NHS Supply Chain.

Contact+44 (0)2380 483000info@alphalabs.co.ukwww.alphalabs.co.uk