Medications | Use |
| Acetaminophen ex: Aspirin-Free Anacin, Tylenol | Pain relief, reduces fever |
| Activated charcoal (binds certain chemicals when swallowed) [NOTE: Call Poison Control Center first] | Oral Poisoning for some poisons |
| Antacids (liquid or tablets) ex: Tums, Rolaids, Mylanta, Amphojel | Stomach upset, heartburn |
| Antibiotic cream or ointment ex: Neosporin | Minor skin infection, wounds |
| Anti-diarrheal medicine ex: Kaopectate, Immodium A-D, Donnagel | Diarrhea |
| Antifungal preparations ex: Tinactin | Fungal infections such as athlete’s foot |
| Antihistamines ex: Dristan, Triaminic, Benadryl | Allergies, cold symptom relief |
| Anti-motion sickness ex: Dramamine | Motion sickness |
| Antiseptic preparation ex: Betadine | Abrasions, cuts |
| Aspirin* ex: Anacin, Bayer, Bufferin | Pain relief, reduces fever and swelling |
| Cough medicine with expectorant (look for one with Guaifenison) ex: Robitussin | Cough with mucus |
| Cough suppressant without expectorant(look for one with Dextromethorphan ex: Robitussin DM | Dry cough without mucus |
| Decongestant (tablets, nose spray, etc.) ex: Dristan Nasal Spray, Sudafed, Dimetapp | Stuffy and runny nose, post-nasal drip from colds, allergies |
| Ear wax dissolver ex: Debrox | Ear wax |
| Eye drops and artificial tears ex: Murine, Visine | Minor eye irritations |
| Hemorrhoid preparations ex: Hemorid | Hemorrhoids |
| Hydrocortisone cream ex: Cortaid, Lanacort | Minor skin irritations, itching and rashes |
| Ibuprofen (adult) ex: Advil | Pain relief, reduces fever and swelling |
| Laxatives ex: Ex-Lax, Correctol, Milk of Magnesia | Constipation |
| Moisturizer ex: Jergens Lotion | Dry skin |
| Naproxen Sodium (adult) ex: Aleve | Pain relief, reduces fever and swelling |
| Petroleum jelly ex: Vaseline | Chafing, dry skin |
| Rubbing alcohol | Topical antiseptic, clean thermometer |
| Sanitary napkins, tampons | Menstruation |
| Sunscreen - look for one with SPF (sun protection factor) of 15 or more | Prevent sunburn, protect against skin cancer |
| Syrup of Ipecac (NOTE: Call Poison Control Center first) | To induce vomiting for some poisons |
| Throat anesthetic preparations ex: Sucret throat lozenges, Chloraseptic spray | Minor sore throat |
| Toothache - relief preparation ex. Anbesol | Toothache |
Supplies
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Use
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| Adhesive bandages | Minor wounds |
| Adhesive tape, sterile gauze pads, roll of sterile gauze and scissors | To dress minor wounds |
| Cotton balls, cotton tipped applicators | Minor wounds |
| Elastic bandages and clips | Minor strains and sprains |
| Heating pad/hot water bottle | Minor pains, strains, menstrual cramps |
| Humidifier, vaporizer (cool mist) | Add moisture to the air |
| Ice pack/Heat pack | Minor pain and injuries |
| Thermometer (mercury-containing, digital, etc.) Basal thermometer if using natural family planning method for birth control. | Fever |
| Tongue depressor, flashlight | Check for redness or infection in throat |
| Tweezers | Remove splinters |