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Xanax in school?

I had a parent come in to bring me a bottle of Xanax for a student and stated that she is going to get an order for him to be able to have one prn during the day in case of anxiety. I haven't had a chance to talk to the school psych about this - but this really doesn't make me comfortable. I know schedule II meds like addarall are not uncommon for a school, but this isn't sitting well with me. Anyone have any experience with this in a school setting?

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    Just wanted to update you. The Xanax order was d/c'd and the student was given different meds to take @ home. :anpom:Thanks to everyone who gave me feedback on this issue

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    i spoke to the parent again, who was pretty insistent that since i had an order that i am obligated to give the med. I then placed a call to our school physician who didn't necessarily express my concerns of a 13 y.o. taking this particular drug at school, but rather the vague parameters to give it. I also placed a call to the ordering doc and left a message to set up a call between the doctor, the school psych and me. at this point i have not given the med - and my intention is that should i be forced to, it will certainly not be given if the student seems drowsy to begin with. The fact is that this student usually appears drowsy.

    Am I making a big stink out of nothing? Should I just go along with this order, withholding for drowsiness??

    No. I agree with your caution. I would do the same thing, especially for a "PRN" anxiety medication. Is it me, or are children handed medication for everything these days? If this child has PTSD or a legitimate reason for the medication, I would prefer it be scheduled or the parent give it "as needed". Just my :twocents:.

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