Medicines and cosmetics

Products: Medicines: tablets, sprays (pump sprays), ointments, syrups, drops
Cosmetics: body care products, bath products
Medical waste: used syringes and needles

Info: The active ingredients in medicines can harm people and the environment if used improperly or in high concentrations. The same applies to cosmetics. Used syringes and needles pose a significant potential hazard during disposal and should be placed in secure containers.

Avoiding/reducing: Buy only the amount of medication you need. Don’t go straight for the pills – many ailments can be treated with natural remedies or alternative therapies.

Recycling/environmentally sound disposal: Medicines, cosmetics, syringes and needles that are no longer usable are treated at high temperatures in a suitable facility.