Why Pack Cough Medicine: A College Essential for Your Dorm Room

As a senior, I can tell you that cough medicine is an overlooked but crucial college essential and dorm room essential. Living in close quarters means cold viruses spread quickly through dorms. When you’re hit with a midnight cough, campus health services are closed and walking to a pharmacy isn’t practical, especially during winter. Having cough medicine on hand lets you manage symptoms without missing classes or disturbing your roommate’s sleep.

Store-brand options work fine and take up minimal space in your first aid kit. Just remember to check your dorm’s policies on over-the-counter medications.