I have a 'consent form' parents sign with directions for giving medications that are 'over the counter' and 'antibiotics' it has to come in the original container so that the 'directions' are from the Dr and directly on there for comparison - I will not give medication outside of those directions even if a parent 'requests it in writing' ... aka I have had antibiotics that come that say 'twice a day' and the parent wants it given at NOON well unless they are going to be giving it at MIDNIGHT there is no reason for that medication to be given at daycare - twice a day means every 12 hours ... so give it at HOME than. I record any medications given in my daily log under 'medications'.... child name, dosage and time given and 'any notes' aka took well, spit some out, etc.

Sorry it lost some 'formating with the copy and paste but this is my 'medication form':

I authorize the administration of ____________________ ____________ ,provided in its original container, to ____________________ __________ by the provider.

Child's Current Weight : __________________ Child's Current Age: __________

Purchased on: _________________ Expiry Date: ________________

Administration to Start On: __________ Administration to End On: ___________

Prescribed Dosage to be Received: ____________________ ______

Specific Time(s) to administer for: ____________________ _____________

Specific Symptoms to administer for: ____________________ _____________

Specified Storage of Medication Shall be: ____________________ _________

Stop medication if the following symptoms are observed: ________________

I understand if questions arise about giving/applying the medication, my provider will contact the dispensing pharmacy to clarify issues. I.e. when to give/apply and how often. If an appropriate response can not be obtained, or safety of child is in question, medication will not be administered.

I understand and accept that if problems arise with the giving/applying of the medication I.e. refusal by child to take medication, side effects, or an allergic reaction the child care provider will stop giving or applying the medication and will notify me.

Date Parent's Signature