I think this woman is being completely unreasonable. There is no reason why the medicine needs to be thrown away. It's reasonable for this woman to insist that you not have access to it right now, but that doesn't mean it needs to be disposed of. As you've already indicated, there are many ways to keep the medicine safe without allowing you to have access to it until it is time to take it, as prescribed. If I were you, I would absolutely insist that you be allowed to either (1) hold on to the medicine yourself, (2) have your husband keep the medicine locked in his safe, (3) have pdoc hold onto the medicine, or (4) have this woman hold the medicine for you. You could also tell this woman that pdoc does not think the medicine needs to be disposed of and you will not dispose of it until pdoc weighs in on why situation. It sounds as though pdoc is more reasonable and would work with you on finding a suitable solution.