Any medications that a child may need during the school day, both prescription and over the counter, will be handled according to recommended Conroe ISD policy and procedure, TEA recommendations and FDA guidelines.

All medications must be stored and given in the school clinic.

For your child’s safety, medications can not be transported to or from school on the bus.

All medicines must be brought to the school by the parent. The parent should bring the medicine directly to the clinic so that the required forms can be completed.

Teachers are not allowed to accept medications (or medication instructions) from parents.

All medication must be in their original labeled container. Most pharmacies on request will provide a second bottle for doses required during the school day.

Dosage for both prescription and non- prescription medications will be administered according to labeled instructions.

At the end of each school year, parents will be notified to pick up any remaining medication from the clinic. Medications not picked up by the final day will be destroyed.

Over-the-counter medication dosage must not exceed the dose recommendation listed on the bottle. Exception: If your physician, dentist or orthodontist has directed a certain dosage to be given that is greater than that recommended on the bottle, a written order will need to be included with the written permission from the parent.

*The use of “sample” medication from the physician, dentist, or orthodontist must have signed written instructions from that doctor accompanied by the parent’s written permission.

*Please note: If a medication is required “daily” or “twice a day”, please administer it at home. Many “three times a day” orders may also be given at home unless the doctor requests specific times during the day.

*Inhalers: Students that have severe asthma may experience times when symptoms worsen quickly. If theirphysician requests that the student carry an inhaler, a letter from the physician permitting the student to carry the inhaler will be needed. The student will also be required to demonstrate proficiency in inhaler administration. Â It is strongly recommended that a spare inhaler be kept in the clinic in case the student or teacher cannot locate their inhaler in an emergency situation. Be advised that is their is an emergency on the playground/ PE etc. the only inhaler for the student will be in their backpack or locker. For this reason, it is strongly recommended for a spare inhaler to be located in the clinic.

*The Surgeon General, the Food and Drug Administration and the Center for Disease Control have recommended that due to the increased risk of developing “Reye’s Syndrome” (a serious and sometimes fatal disease), aspirin or products containing aspirin should not be given to children under 18 years. Â If your physician orders aspirin for your child a written directive from your physician will be required along with written parent permission.

Deretchin Elementary

Nurse

Robby Bruner

Nurse

Shara Bracho

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