Program Overview
Novo Nordisk offers patients a free sharps disposal container or medication disposal system through its NovoCare® program, supporting safe and compliant disposal of used injection materials (e.g., insulin pens, syringes, and needles). This helps reduce environmental risk and protects household members and sanitation workers.
Eligibility Requirements
To request a free sharps container or medication disposal system, you must:
Be a current patient using a Novo Nordisk injectable medication, such as:
Levemir®
Tresiba®
NovoLog®
Fiasp®
Ozempic®
Wegovy®
Saxenda®
Victoza®
Xultophy®
Reside in the United States or U.S. territories
Be 18 years or older (or have a legal guardian submit the request)
How to Request a Free Sharps Container
Step 1: Visit NovoCare
Go to the official NovoCare website:
🔗 www.novocare.com
Step 2: Navigate to the Product Support Section
On the homepage:
Click “Patient Support” or look for “Medication Disposal” or “Sharps Disposal Options”
Select the program titled “Free Sharps Container” or “Safe Needle Disposal”
Step 3: Complete the Request Form
You will be asked to:
Confirm the Novo Nordisk product you are using (such as Ozempic®, Wegovy®, etc.)
Provide basic personal and shipping information
Agree to terms of use and verify you are a U.S. resident
Note: No prescription or physician verification is typically required for the sharps container.
Step 4: Submit the Request
Once submitted, Novo Nordisk will process your request and mail the container to the address provided, typically within 2 to 4 weeks.
Additional Disposal Options
Novo Nordisk may also offer:
At-home drug deactivation pouches (for safe disposal of unused medication)
Education on local disposal regulations and drop-off sites via partnerships with SafeNeedleDisposal.org
You may be redirected to authorized third-party partners that manage logistics, including PureWay or other certified medical waste handlers.
Need Help? Contact NovoCare
For questions or assistance, contact:
NovoCare® Support Line:
📞 1-844-NOVO4ME (1-844-668-6463)
Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–8:00 PM ETEmail Support:
Use the contact form on the NovoCare website
Important Reminders
Only one container may be shipped per request, and repeat requests may require revalidation of medication use.
Always use the provided container for disposing of pen needles, syringes, or lancets.
Do not throw sharps into household trash or recycling bins.
✅ Covered Brands for This Program
Use this document when patients mention any of the following Novo Nordisk injectable medications:
Insulin Products | GLP-1 Products | Combination Products |
Levemir® | Ozempic® | Xultophy® |
Tresiba® | Wegovy® |
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NovoLog® | Saxenda® |
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Fiasp® | Victoza® |
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