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What do MedLinks carry?
OTC Medications
- Acetaminophen - pain / fever / cold symptom relief
- Antacids
- Bismuth Subsalicylate - digestive upset
- Diphenhydramine - antihistamine, itch/allergy relief
- Guiafen/dextromethorphan - for relief of cough due to minor throat/bronchial irritation
- Hydrocortisone cream
- Ibuprofen - pain relief / fever reduction
- Phenylephrine - nasal decongestant
First Aid Supplies
- Ace bandages
- Bacitracin - antibiotic ointment
- Bandaids - standard-sized, patch-sized and knuckle-sized
- Cleansing wipes
- First aid tape
- Gauze pads
- Ice bags
- Instant cold packs
- Rolled gauze
- Splinter removal kit
Miscellaneous
- Taxi Voucher - ride to MIT Medical for free
- Condoms (not kept by all MedLinks)
- Digital thermometer & sanitary covers
- NexTemp disposable thermometers
- Tampons and pads
Need Help Now?
- MIT Police: Call 617-253-1212
- For medical advice, call the MIT Health 24-hour hotline: 617-253-1311
- Student Mental Health & Counseling Services urgent concerns: 617-253-2916 (days) 617-253-1311 (nights/weekends)
- Violence Prevention & Response (VPR) helpline: 617-253-2300 (Monday-Friday 9am-5pm staffed by VPR, menu of options at other times)