Suggested items for students to bring to school

• Antihistamines for environmental allergies or allergic reactions. These may include over-the-counter preparations (i.e. chlorpheniramine, diphenhydramine or Benadryl ®, etc.) or prescription allergy medications.
• Anti-itch cream (i.e. topical hydrocortisone 1% cream)
• Antipyretics for fever reduction. Examples include acetaminophen (Tylenol ®) or ibuprofen (Advil ®, Motrin®, etc.).
• Cough syrup
• Decongestants such as pseudoephedrine (Sudafed ®)
• Pain relievers (i.e. ibuprofen, acetaminophen, naproxen). These can be used for minor aches and muscle aches. Ibuprofen and naproxen can be used for menstrual cramps.
• Throat lozenges or throat spray (for sore throats)
• Antacids (available over-the-counter) such as Maalox ®, Tums®, Pepcid AC®
• Digital thermometer
• Anti-fungal topical creams (available over-the-counter)
• Sunscreen (SPF 15 or higher)
• Eyeglasses. If you normally wear contact lenses, please bring a pair of glasses to school for "back-up".
• First aid supplies
  • Band-aids of various sizes
  • Topical antibiotic ointment
  • 0.5-1.0 inch gauze (rolls)
  • Gauze pads 
  • Tape (cloth or micropore)
  • Reusable ice packs or zip lock bags (quart size or bigger) to make ice bags
  • Elastic bandages
• Other items to consider:

  • Large pillow for back support (reading pillow)

  • Heating pad

  • Hot water bottle

  • Cool mist humidifier

  • Kleenex® or facial tissues

  • Multivitamin (not necesssary if you eat a well-balanced diet) 

Prepared by Mary Johnson RN and Alain Joffe MD, MPH