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Safe Disposal of Lovenox and B12 Needles

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Proper disposal of used needles, lancets, and testing materials is critical for safety and compliance, especially for patients managing conditions at home. PureWay provides simple, patient-friendly solutions that meet all regulatory standards, making sharps disposal safe, discreet, and hassle-free.


Recommended Solution

PureWay Sharps Mailback Program, the safest, easiest, and most compliant way for at-home patients to dispose of sharps. This program is designed to give patients peace of mind by combining regulatory compliance with convenience, eliminating the need for local drop-offs or unsafe disposal methods.

Best Fit:

  • Subcutaneous injections (e.g., Lovenox, B12)

  • Diabetic testing lancets

  • Syringes and auto-injectors

Key Features:

  • OSHA and FDA compliant sharps containers

  • USPS approved mailback with prepaid shipping & disposal included

  • No drop-off required simply place used sharps directly into the container

  • Serialized tracking documents provide proof of safe disposal

  • Discreet, easy-to-use packaging with clear instructions for home use


Container Options for Volume

To make sure you choose the right container, it helps to think about how many needles or lancets you use in a typical week or month. The more often you inject or test, the bigger the container you’ll need. Here are some easy guidelines based on common usage (Lovenox twice daily, B12 weekly, daily lancets):

Container Size

  • 1.4 Quart

    • Approx. Syringe Capacity:

      • ~90 syringes - Light use (approx. 1–2 months of your described use)

  • 1.2 Gallon

    • Approx. Syringe Capacity:

      • ~309 syringes - Moderate use (3–5 months)

  • 2 Gallon

    • Approx. Syringe Capacity:

      • ~516 syringes - Extended use (6+ months)

Note: These options ensure that you do not exceed OSHA’s 75% fill guideline, maintaining safety and compliance.


How It Works

Getting started is simple, PureWay’s Mailback Program is designed so you don’t have to worry about complicated steps or drop-offs. Everything you need comes in one kit, and the process is quick and hassle-free:

  1. Receive the kit
    It comes with the sharps container, clear instructions, a prepaid return box, and shipping label.

  2. Fill container safely
    Drop your used needles and lancets directly inside.

  3. Seal and return
    Once full, seal the container, place it in the return box, and mail it through USPS.

  4. Receive confirmation
    You’ll receive confirmation that your sharps were safely destroyed and tracked by PureWay.


Benefits

On top of safe and compliant sharps disposal, the program also comes with extra conveniences that make it cost-effective, eco-friendly, and patient-friendly:

  • No hidden fees
    Only charged for returned systems.

  • Sustainable disposal
    Up to 85% recyclable waste stream options available.

  • Optional branded and discreet packaging for privacy and ease.

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