The school physician for Framingham Public Schools, with the approval of the School Committee, and in compliance with the Massachusetts Department of Public Health Regulations (105 CMR 210.00) has authorized the district’s school nurses to administer the following over the counter medications during the school day:

• IBUPROFEN (Advil, Motrin)—for headaches, body aches, or menstrual cramps
• ACETAMINOPHEN (Tylenol)—for headaches, body aches, or menstrual cramps
• BENADRYL—for general allergy symptoms
• CLARITIN - for general allergy symptoms
• TUMS/MAALOX—for upset stomach or indigestion
• VISINE ALLERGY RELIEF - for eye allergy symptoms

To assure the safe administration of OTC medications to students during the school day, the school nurse will:

• Assess the student’s condition, current medication profile, history of allergies and evaluate the need for medication.
• Review the signed parent permission form, which is valid for one school year.
• Call the parent/guardian to confirm, when necessary, the time of the last dose given.
• Administer the correct dosage according to the physician’s written protocols.
• Document the medication administration in the electronic health record.
• Contact parents/guardians who have requested notification following OTC medication administration during the school day.

Please note that this medication consent will remain active until your student moves to another school building. If your student's drug allergies change, please inform your school nurse as soon as possible. You can remove consent at any time by providing written notice to your school nurse.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Framingham Public Schools Department of Health and Wellness at 508-626-9197 or click on the link below to access the staff directory.

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