Friday, 11 May 2012

MEDICAL CHECKLIST

Following is a list of other items you should consider packing in your medical kit.

Acetaminophen/paracetamol (Tylenol) or aspirin

Adhesive or paper tape

Antibacterial ointment (eg Bactroban) for cuts and abrasions

Antibiotics (if travelling off the beaten track)

Antidiarrhoeal drugs (eg ­loperamide)

Antihistamines (for hay fever and allergic reactions)

Anti-inflammatory drugs (eg ibuprofen)

Bandages, gauze, gauze rolls

DEET-containing insect repellent for the skin

Iodine tablets (for water ­purification)

Oral rehydration salts

Permethrin-containing insect spray for clothing, tents, and bed nets

Pocket knife

Scissors, safety pins, tweezers

Steroid cream or cortisone (for allergic rashes)

Sun block

Syringes and sterile needles (if travelling to remote areas)

Thermometer

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