What kind of medical kit should I bring to campus?

First Aid Supplies

• Bandages for small wounds and blisters
• Gauze and tape for larger wounds
• ACE wrap for minor sprains
• Ice pack
• Heating pad
• Digital thermometer
• Antibacterial cream or ointment like Neosporin
• Anti-inflammatory cream like Cortaid (for some rashes and bug bites)
• Antibacterial cleanser to clean wounds

Over-the-Counter Medications

(can also be obtained from Watkins Pharmacy)

• Antihistamine such as Benadryl©, Zyrtec©, Claritin©, Allegra©
• Antacid such as Tums© or Mylanta©
• Acid reducer such as Zantac© or Pepcid©
• Anti-diarrhea medication like Imodium AD©
• Fever reducer/pain reducer containing acetaminophen, aspirin, or ibuprofen
• Nasal decongestant such as Mucinex©, saline spray, or nasal rinse
• Cough suppressant like Robitussin© or Delsym©