Balancing zero waste with unavoidable medical packaging and take-back options

[Joseph.W]

I've been trying to adopt a zero waste lifestyle for the past six months, and my biggest hurdle is dealing with unavoidable plastic packaging from online prescriptions and specialty medical supplies for a chronic condition. I can manage groceries and household items, but this feels like an insurmountable compromise. For others pursuing zero waste living with similar constraints, how do you balance necessary medical or health needs with reducing plastic consumption? Have you found any pharmacies or suppliers that offer take-back programs for blister packs or use alternative materials? I'm also interested in how you communicate these needs and limitations within the zero waste community without feeling like you're failing at the lifestyle.