How to Create a Homeopathic First Aid Kit for College Students + Printable

As college students prepare to return to campus, one of the most important things they need to do is to create a college dorm first aid kit. Having the right items for common ailments and injuries can make a big difference in how quickly a student can get back to their studies and everyday activities. 

I am a parent who likes to provide their child with a safety net in case of an emergency situation. I’ve created hiking first-aid kits, mini-travel kits, and so on. So it makes sense that I’d make sure my daughter had the proper supplies for college.  Being healthy and staying healthy is key to having a successful college experience. 

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Let me share with you how to create your own homemade first-aid kits complete with free first aid printables and homeopathic products. The first is a packing checklist with what first aid consumables your kit should include and the second printable is a small “easy-to-use” reference guide to include inside the health kit for students. 

As a BONUS – I have an exclusive 20% discount code for Boiron products to help you restock your first-aid kit! 

Be sure you can check out my list of recommended dorm room essentials packing checklist and tips for how to pack for college.

Now, our family prefers to take homeopathic and natural remedies as well as preventative measures first when it comes to health, so I’ve tailored the kit to include homeopathic items. I am partnering with Boiron USA here because we have been using their products for years and trust their dedication to quality and safety. So it was natural to include their products in the kit because we use them all the time. 

Homeopathic remedies from Boiron can provide relief for a variety of common ailments in convenient and easy-to-use forms. In this article, I will walk through creating a complete first aid kit that includes general health items and homeopathic remedies from Boiron. 

Getting Your Child Ready to Return to College  

Sending your child off to college is an exciting time, but it’s also important to make sure they have everything they need to stay healthy and safe. Even if the school has a student clinic or a 24-hour pharmacy adjacent to campus, it’s still important to equip your child with essential health items. There’s nothing worse than having minor symptoms in the middle of the night and not having any medicine to take! Having the necessary remedies on hand can help alleviate this worry. 

Please note: I am not a medical professional! The information provided here is based on what our family members use and the items mentioned are what I sent with my daughter when she went to university. Consult your doctor before using any kind of medication. Always read and follow label directions. 

Building a College First Aid Kit 

When it comes to preparing for college, a dorm first aid kit should include all the essentials for occasional minor ailments and injuries that may arise during college life. But first, let’s talk about the box or container that will store these items. It’s important to choose a box or bag that is durable and easy to open in an emergency situation. 

I chose a metal storage container because it was the look my daughter wanted for her dorm. It also had a label space if she wanted to include a first aid sign or label for easy identification. 

Also great for this purpose are store-bought zippered medical bags, plastic bins like shoe boxes or a tackle box, or any other container with a sealable lid. Just make sure it has enough space to fit everything you need in your kit. 

Once you have the container, gather your supplies. 

Essential College Medicine Kit Supplies

These are the basic items I included in my college student’s dorm “medicine cabinet” kit.

• allergy medicine
• antiseptic wipes
• bandages in various sizes
• cold and flu medicine
• cough relief
• diarrhea remedy
• first aid ointment or antibiotic cream
• fever reducer
• gas and heartburn relief
• immune support (vitamin C, elderberry, etc.)
• instant cold pack/compress
• medical adhesive tape
• pain reliever
• scissors
• sterile gauze
• thermometer
• tweezers to remove splinters or ticks

I found it convenient on a storage box like this to place all the small items like tweezers, bandages, and antiseptic wipes in a storage bag. This one is silicone, but a plastic storage bag will do the trick too.

Finally, it is important to include any personal items that you may need such as an EpiPen, inhaler, etc. These items should be clearly marked so that your student can quickly identify them in an emergency. It is also important to check the expiration dates regularly and replace any expired items immediately.

Homeopathic Remedy First Aid Kit 

Additionally, for a more comprehensive college first aid kit, you should also consider adding homeopathic remedies from Boiron. Boiron’s homeopathic medicines are a great addition to any college medicine kit, as they help provide relief for symptoms of common ailments such as colds and flu, muscle pain, and even allergies. But they also have remedies for relief of eye strain due to computer usage, sleeplessness due to mental exhaustion from studying for exams or working late at night, and relief of digestive issues from overeating junk food. 

Boiron offers a variety of homeopathic medicines that you can include in your own first aid kit. Their single medicine tubes are small, convenient to carry, and designed to target specific symptoms, like Arnica Montana for muscle pain and bruises. While other medicines treat a combination of symptoms like Acidil for heartburn, bloating, and upset stomach. 

These two, as well as Calendula cream (first aid salve) and Nux vomica (heartburn from overindulgence in food or drink), are the ones our entire family uses most often. We take them everywhere from road trips and family vacations to stocking them in our home first aid supplies.

Here is what I included for my daughter’s personal use. It’s also what Boiron recommends for the most common symptoms and complaints in young adults. This list of 16 single medicines treats specific symptoms, so when taken at the first sign of an ailment, you can reduce symptoms while also speeding recovery time. 

• Aconitum napellus – fever relief
• Allium cepa – relief at the onset of cold symptoms
• Apis mellifica  – reduces insect sting swelling and allergies improved by cold
• Arnica montana – relieves muscle pain, stiffness, and swelling from injuries or bruises
• Arsenicum album – relieves diarrhea with vomiting and weakness
• Carbo vegetabilis – relieves gas and abdominal bloating
• Cocculus indicus – for relief of motion sickness
• Coffea cruda – relives sleeplessness with mental hyperactivity (racing mind)
• Histaminum hydrochloricum – allergy relief (indoor, outdoor, food)
• Ignatia amara – for apprehension and hypersensitivity to stress
• Kali phosphoricum – tension headache relief associated with intellectual fatigue like studying for exams
• Nux vomica – relieves heartburn or drowsiness due to excessive eating or drinking
• Pulsatilla – cold symptom relief when you have a thick yellow discharge
• Ruta graveolens – relieves eye strain due to computer usage
• Sepia – relieves lower back pain and bloating during menstruation
• Spongia tosta – cough relief for dry, barking cough

For easy convenient storage, Boiron offers this My Pocket Kit (which holds 5 single medicine tubes and a Boiron Travel Kit which holds 16 single medicine tubes. 

These kits make it easy to take your homeopathic medicines on the go. They’re great for busy professionals, students, frequent travelers, and people who just want to keep their homeopathics handy at all times. Both kits are sold empty so you can fill them with the medicines that best suit your needs. 

All of these medicines are available at select pharmacies, Vitamin Shoppe, and natural food stores, such as Whole Foods, Sprouts, or your local health store. But the storage kits are only available on the Boiron website. 

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In addition to everything I packed and mentioned above, I also included these products from Boiron for my daughter:

• Acidil meltaway tablets – relief for acid digestion, heartburn, bloating, and upset stomach
• Acne Relief Kit – relieves blackheads, whiteheads, and oily skin
• Arnicare gel or cream – relief of muscle soreness and bruising
• Calendula ointment or cream – first aid cream for cuts, minor sunburn, chafing, scrapes, and minor burns
• Oscillococcinum – relief of flu-like symptoms

By including a college medicine kit filled with these Boiron homeopathic remedies and general health items, I’ve prepared my college student for any minor medical issues that may arise. From headache relief to upset stomach, these can help your college student stay healthy and prepared in their dorm. 

Tips for Using Homeopathic Remedies

If you are new to using homeopathy,  here are some tips to get you started.

1. Always read the label and dosage instructions before using any homeopathic remedy. All of the products above are to be taken orally, with the exceptions of Calendula Ointment or Cream and Arnicare Gel or Cream, which are applied topically (to the skin).
2. These products are available over the counter and are HSA & FSA-eligible. 
3. The products I mentioned do not have any known drug, herb, or supplement interactions. But if you or your child has any concerns about their medical condition, they should check with a physician before using these remedies.
4. These remedies are reliable and easy to use and can help your college student find relief for symptoms associated with minor or occasional health issues.
5. These remedies may be taken by both adults and most children (always refer to Directions for Use on the label). Be sure to store them in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.

Printable First Aid Kit Checklist

A well-stocked student medicine kit can help keep your student prepared and healthy while away from home. It’s a good idea to include both traditional and homeopathic products in your college student’s first aid kit. 

Creating your own school medicine kit is easy with our checklists. The first aid kit printable version (shown above) of my packing list is in a US Letter pdf format and includes all the first-aid supplies you need for a comprehensive first-aid kit. 

I’ve also included a second quick reference guide for which homeopathic remedies relieve which symptoms. You can include it in your homemade first aid kit to help your student know what to take at any given moment. Together you’ll be able to quickly and easily create the best first aid kit for college students in your family.

If you use Canva, you can find an editable version of these checklists. It’s easy to customize, so you can include any other necessary supplies for your student’s dorm room first aid kit. Canva is free to use for printing and sharing these checklists, but you do have to create a free account to use it.

Frequently Asked Questions

Conclusion: 

From stocking up on essential items to adding homeopathic remedies to your college emergency kit, preparing your child for their return to college is an important step in their academic journey. With the right supplies, you can provide your college student with the peace of mind that comes with having a well-stocked back-to-school first aid kit. 

Use the printable checklist to make sure you have the items necessary for a college dorm first aid kit. With this comprehensive guide, you can be sure that your college student is prepared for those occasional and minor health issues that come their way.

Remember to shop for your Boiron products and save 20% off your order (excludes kits). Plus if you buy 1 or more single medicine tubes, you’ll receive the My Pocket Kit free. Expires 10/31/23.

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