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  • Article from 19.12.2024 | Last changed: 17.06.2025

    Concepts and mitigation strategies

    Photo of an arm with a doctor's coat and gloves holding a globe.

    … that are more degradable in sewage treatment plants and in the environment. Under the concept of "Green Pharmacy," various approaches are being pursued to … of active substances. Closing data gaps In recent years, several EU-funded research programmes have investigated the environmental impacts of pharmaceuticals, …

  • Article from 18.12.2024 | Last changed: 17.06.2025

    Environmental aspects of the authorisation of human medicinal pro

    Das Foto zeigt mehrere Erlenmeyerkolben mit grünlichem Inhalt, die in einer hellerleuchteten Laborumgebung auf einem Tisch aufgereiht sind.

    … human medicinal pro Versuchsaufbau Algentest zur Umweltrisikobewertung von Human- und Tierarzneimitteln Source: MF / Umweltbundesamt The assessment of the environmental impact of human and veterinary … medicines may only be authorised with conditions to protect the environment and, under certain circumstances, can refuse market authorisation. For human medicinal …

  • Article from 18.12.2024 | Last changed: 17.06.2025

    Environmental effects of pharmaceutical substances

    Photo of a hand wearing a plastic glove taking a water sample in a glass container from a body of water.

    … of active pharmaceutical ingredients, which are often persistent and can have undesirable effects on animals and plants. Therefore, the environmental discharge of … organisms Pharmaceutical substances containing hormones or hormone-like compounds are also problematic for the environment, as they are designed to intentionally … action plans for various fields of activity. Further information: FAQ: Antibiotika und Antibiotikaresistenzen in der Umwelt (in German) The environment is a reservoir …

  • Article from 17.12.2024 | Last changed: 17.06.2025

    Entry and occurrence of human pharmaceuticals in the environment

    Pharmaceutical substances have been detected in the environment in at least 89 countries around the world.

    … substances have been reported in the environment in at least 89 countries around the Source: djahan / Fotolia.com Residues of pharmaceuticals contaminate water … are now regularly monitored as part of the federal states' water surveillance programmes. These residues are now ubiquitously detected in surface waters, soils, …

  • Article from 14.02.2025 | Last changed: 17.06.2025

    Informational materials on pharmaceuticals and the environment

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    … information in English, French, Polish, Turkish, Russian, and Arabic. Download und Bestellung: German Poster: Richtige Entsorgung von Altmedikamenten International … NOT dispose of drugs in the toilet or sink This flyer provides a brief and easily understandable explanation of why the correct disposal of leftover medicines is … recycling the container (e.g. bottle, ampoule) is secondary in this case. Download und Bestellung: Postcard: Household waste instead of glass containers (in German) …

  • Article from 16.12.2024 | Last changed: 17.06.2025

    Teaching materials on pharmaceuticals in the environment

    Photo of a packed lecture hall, an infographic on the environmentally friendly disposal of pharmaceutical waste is projected onto a screen.

    … face the challenge of limited time within tightly structured training and study programmes, making it difficult to thoroughly prepare and present the topic. This is … & Umweltschut Related contents Informationsmaterialien zu Arzneimitteln und Umwelt Umweltaspekte bei der Verschreibung von Arzneimitteln Umweltaspekte bei …

  • Article from 13.12.2024 | Last changed: 17.06.2025

    Dispensing drugs: Environmental aspects

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    … Umwelt“) was investigated. However, environmental risk assessments can be found in the professional drug information available through pharmacy software. … Related contents Lehrmaterialien zu Arzneistoffen in der Umwelt Eintrag und Vorkommen von Humanarzneistoffen in der Umwelt Umweltwirkungen von Arzneistoffen … von Arzneimitteln Umweltaspekte bei der Zulassung von Humanarzneimitteln Konzepte und Minderungsstrategien Umweltbewusste Entsorgung von Medikamentenresten …

  • Article from 13.12.2024 | Last changed: 17.06.2025

    Prescribing drugs: Environmental aspects

    Photo of a consultation between a doctor and a patient

    … across all environmental media, particularly in water bodies, where they have undesirable effects on flora and fauna. Further information: Entry and occurrence of … However, environmental risk assessments for certain pharmaceuticals can be found in the professional drug information available through medical practice … von Arzneimitteln Umweltaspekte bei der Zulassung von Humanarzneimitteln Konzepte und Minderungsstrategien Umweltbewusste Entsorgung von Medikamentenresten …

  • Article from 12.12.2024 | Last changed: 17.06.2025

    Environmentally conscious disposal of leftover drugs

    Photo: Hand throws pills into toilet overlaid with prohibition symbol

    … the painkiller diclofenac, which has been detected in water bodies and has been found to cause kidney damage in trout. Further information: Entry and occurrence of … Eintrag, Vorkommen, Wirkungen von Arzneistoffen in der Umwelt Schmerzgel – Fragen und Antworten Informationsmaterialien zu Arzneimitteln und Umwelt Related publications Faltblatt: Arzneimittel NICHT in die Toilette oder …

  • Article from 20.01.2025 | Last changed: 17.06.2025

    Entry, occurrence, and effects of pharmaceuticals in the environm

    Photo of digestion towers reflected in the secondary clarifier of a wastewater treatment plant

    … via sewage treatment plants. Some substances remain in sewage sludge. In 2022, around 80% of sewage sludge in Germany was co-incinerated in waste incineration plants, … 414 pharmaceutical substances, including their degradation products, were found in the environment, an increase of 145 compared to 2016 (7). Substances from the … as part of water monitoring conducted by the German Federal States and are found almost ubiquitously and throughout the year in surface waters, as well as in …

  • Article from 09.07.2018 | Last changed: 31.08.2023

    News

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    … Barcelona, Spain, 2023) Analysis of the leaching potential of new softener in PVC under natural-like conditions in a semi-terrestrial environment (R. Nagorka, … be considered in the risk assessment of pesticides? S. Carl, Dissertation, Umweltbundesamt Latest publications Contardo-Jarra, V., Meinecke, S., Feibicke, M., … Anne Rinn 23.09.2013 Anne Rinn: Keep your boots muddy Related contents Nutzung und Belastungen Publikationen Fließ- und Stillgewässer-Simulationsanlage (FSA) …

  • Article from 12.12.2025 | Last changed: 15.12.2025

    "The Latest from UBA" Newsletter

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    … with information in compact form – "The Latest from UBA" Newsletter Source: Umweltbundesamt Our "The Latest from UBA" Newsletter reports on the latest activities and work results of the German Environment Agency (Umweltbundesamt – UBA). It includes the results of research and funded projects, conference news, and information about new publications and upcoming …