Require written instructions about all medication. Have professional health staff review all medication information before any medication is given at camp. All medication should be received in the original pharmacy containers. The camp health professional may need to talk to parents or physicians if instructions are unclear. Many of the psychotropic medications received at camp are controlled substances and need to be counted and documented on arrival and departure of the camper or staff member.
All medication management needs clear documentation.
Psychotropic Medications Psychotropic medication can have serious side effects. Each medication has its own potential side effects. This medication is a useful part of the treatment for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Common side effects associated with stimulant drugs are insomnia, diminished appetite, anxiety, depression, and nervousness. These symptoms tend to normalize themselves within a few months.