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Make a Medicine Kit For A Dorm Room

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Sending a medicine kit to college with my kids gave me such peace of mind knowing they had basic first aid products in their rooms. I wanted to share a few ideas so you can make one also.
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Medicine Storage Containers

I have used many different styles of containers over the years. These are my favorites

 
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This is a great choice to use as your storage box. I like that it is clear and you can see what is inside
HEY FOLY 15qt Clear Medicine Organizer Box
 
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This is another good option
3-Tier Medicine Storage Box, Portable First Aid Organizer with Leather Handle, Large Capacity Medicine Cabinet Organizer for Pills, Medicine Bottles, Cosmetics and Home Storage
 
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Using a tackle box is another popular way of organizing your kit
Rainfordhoma 3-Layer Craft Storage Box
 
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I like that this is foldable when you are packing it. I have used this one when flying to campus. It folds into a suitcase and then I shopped for the medicine once we got there.
ISusaid 3-Tier Medicine Organizer, Beige
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What to Add to Your Kit

This is what I put in the kits

 
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Great to have in case of a cold.
Vicks DayQuil & NyQuil Severe Cold & Flu Medicine Liquicaps - 24ct
 
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Pain Reliever
Advil Liqui-Gel Minis Pain Reliever & Fever Reducer Gelcaps - Ibuprofen (NSAID) - 80ct
 
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My daughter took this during the spring
Benadryl Extra Strength Diphenhydramine Antihistamine Allergy Relief Tablets - 24ct
 
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Band Aids are a must have
Band-Aid Flexible Fabric - 100ct
 
Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier, 30 Individual Serving Stick Packs in Resealable Pouch, Variety Pack
 
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Always good to be able to check a temperature
Braun Forehead Thermometer - Digital & Accurate
 
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Good to have in a medical kit
Amazon Basic Care 4x4" Sterile Gauze Pads, 50 Ct
 
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This is good for cuts and scrapes
Neosporin Original Triple Antibiotic Ointment .5oz
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Tums is my go to
TUMS Chewy Bites Antacid, Lemon & Strawberry, 28 Ct