Going off to college is a really exciting and somewhat scary time, especially if you’re going to be far away from home. In all your preparations, you’re probably packing up all of your favorite outfits, music, electronics, and towels. One thing that you don’t want to forget, though, is medical supplies. You’re probably used to these things just being there when you need them at home, but there’s nothing more annoying than being sick all night at college and either having no necessary medical supplies or having to go to the drugstore to pick them up.
This doesn’t mean that you need an entire medicine cabinet in your dorm room, but some smart preparations can make your stay at college more fun and less annoying. Pick a small bag or container of some sort that will slide easily under your dorm room bed, and start packing it with necessary medical supplies.
The best way to remember everything you need to pack is to make a list. Think about all the things that you use on a regular basis, including bandages, antibiotic cream, anti-itch cream, and athletic tape. If you tend to sprain ankles on a regular basis, you should take some athletic bandages with you.
Also, think about the medications that you use on a regular basis. Everyone should have a decent supply of painkillers in his or her dorm room, and you’ll also need things like antihistamines in case you have a minor allergic reaction. Besides this, you’ll want to have stomach settling medicine on hand, and if you’re prone to heartburn, some antacids as well. Don’t forget about things like cold medication, which can be a real drag to be missing when you need it most. Along with that, you might want to toss in some sore throat lozenges. Once you have this all packed, you should be set for school.