So, what’s the concern?

Although research has not demonstrated human health effects from these compounds, it reminds us of how precious our source waters are and the need to protect them. The best, most cost-effective way to ensure water safety is to keep our source waters clean. As a common sense precaution, the Office of National Drug Control Policy discourages flushing prescriptions down the toilet unless there's information enclosed with it specifically saying it's safe to do so.

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1. Is my water safe to drink?
2. So, what’s the concern?
3. What should I do instead of flushing them?
4. Is bottled water safer?