Wallkill Valley Regional High School

Health Office

Over The Counter Medications


For the safety all pupils, students are not permitted to carry and self-administer any Over-the-counter medications.

In the event of a minor medical problem, the following medications have been approved by the School Physician to be administered by the School Nurse. Parent/Guardian Signature is required in order for the Nurse to administer these medications to your child. Parental permission is valid for the current school year only. If your child requires a liquid medication of the below, please provide the Health Office with an unopened bottle with your child's name on it.

Please check the medication you would like your child to receive in school
_____Acetaminophen (Tylenol)
_____Ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin)
_____Benadryl                         
_____Tums                              
_____Cepacol cough drops      

All dosing will be in accordance with package instructions.

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   Student's Name                                                                    Grade

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  Parent/Guardian Signature                                                      Date

All other over-the-counter and prescription medications require a physician's written order AND written consent from a Parent/Guardian. All medication must be in its original container and delivered to the school nurse by a parent or guardian.


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