Help Us Provide Free Over-the-Counter Medicine to Those in Need

Host An OTC Donation Drive

At NC MedAssist, we are committed to providing free access to over-the-counter (OTC) medications through our Mobile Free Pharmacy Program and OTC Free Store. With your help, we can continue to distribute much-needed medications to underserved communities across North Carolina. You can help us do that by hosting an OTC Drive. Learn more about how to host your drive and what we need below.

Download the OTC Donation Drive Toolkit

OTC Items in Need

*** ITEMS IN CRITICAL NEED ***

  • Sunscreen
  • Deodorant
  • Dry Shampoo
  • Children’s Pepto
  • First Aid
  • Pregnancy tests
  • Excedrin
  • Imodium/Anti-Diarrheal
  • Lidocaine patches
  • Lactaid/Anti-gas
  • ACE Wraps
  • Pain Relief (Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen, Aspirin, Muscle Rub)
  • Cold/Flu (Cough Drops, DayQuil, NyQuil, Tussin, Mucinex)
  • Allergy (Claritin, Zyrtec, Alavert, Benadryl, Nasal Spray)
  • Diphenhydramine (Benadryl, ZZZQuil)
  • Children’s (Pain Relief, Allergy, Cold/Flu)
  • Sleep Aid (ZZZQuil, Melatonin)
  • Digestive (Nexium, Pepcid, Tums, Pepto Bismol, Imodium)
  • Skin (Anti-fungal, Anti-itch, Chapstick, Sunscreen, Aloe)
  • Urinary Pain Relief (Cystex, AZO)
  • First Aid (Band-aids, alcohol, peroxide, gauze, medical tape, gloves, masks)
  • Multi-Vitamin (Men’s, Women’s, Children’s)
  • Women’s Health (Yeast infection treatment, pregnancy tests, feminine hygiene products)
  • Adult Diapers / Diaper Rash Cream
  • Hygiene/Toiletries (deodorant, toothpaste/brushes, soap, shampoo, face wash)

*** Brand names are included for reference only; generic equivalents are equally acceptable. ***

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Donation Guidelines

To ensure the safety and well-being of those we serve, we kindly ask that all items meet the following criteria:

Sealed and Unopened: Items must be in their original, sealed packaging.

Expiration: Products must have at least 3 months remaining before expiration.

Storage: Items must not require refrigeration.

Delivery Options

In-Person Drop-Off
If you prefer to deliver items in person, donations can be dropped off at our headquarters:

NC MedAssist
Attn: Andria Tindall
4428 Taggart Creek Rd, Suite 101
Charlotte, NC 28208
Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Excluding Holidays)

Ship to Us (USPS Only)
You can also ship donations directly to our office at the address above. Please adhere to the office hours above when coordinating delivery. No nights or weekend deliveries please.

Prefer to Make a Financial Contribution?

Don’t have items to donate but still want to support our programs?

Consider making a financial donation. Every contribution helps us provide essential prescription and over-the-counter medications to distribute to those who need them most.

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Thank you!

Your generosity helps us provide critical healthcare supplies to thousands of individuals in need.
Together, we can ensure that everyone has access to basic, life-saving medications.
Thank you for your support of NC MedAssist!