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1. A method for disposing of used medication, comprising the steps of:
a) providing a container having upper end and lower end portions, left and right side portions, and front and rear wall surfaces, a bottom layer on the lower end portion, the container having an opening on the upper end portion, the container having an internal space and an outer surface; b) providing a first seal proximate the upper end portion of the container to substantially seal the opening of the container, said first seal comprising a zip lock strip spaced from said upper end of said container; c) providing a second seal on the upper end portion of the container to assure complete closure of the opening of the container, said second seal comprising said rear wall surface extending above said front wall surface forming a foldable flap with a sealing adhesive thereon so that when folded over said front wall surface, said folded flap being completely located above said zip lock strip; d) expanding the bottom layer to form a base for supporting the container in an upright position to permit an unassisted user to insert the used medication into the container and removing and setting aside a packet contained within said container; e) pouring said used medication into said container; f) adding warm water to said container; g) inserting back into said container said packet, said packet containing a chemical agent, said packet being made of lightweight, paper-like material which dissolves instantly in water, and said chemical agent including a super-absorbent material and a taste deterrent additive comprising a bittering agent; h) sealing the container using the first and second; and i) mixing the chemical agent, the used medication and the warm water within the container so as to stabilize the used medication. |
