Travelling can be really fun but when a medical issue strikes, there is no certainty that a clinic or pharmacy is nearby. Be prepared for any mild sickness or discomfort by assembling your own trael medicine kit. Make sure that your medicine kit include the following.
- Antacids for gas and indigestion
- Anti-diarrhea medicine such as loperamide
- Antibiotics in case of bacterial infection
- Antihistamine (both topical and oral) for allergies
- Antiseptic for wounds
- Aspirin, ibuprofen or mefenamic acid for headaches, body pains and muscle
- Baby powder for relief from prickly heat
- Band-aids, bandages, gauze pads and tapes to dress wounds
- Nasal decongestants
- Elastic bandage for sprains
- Sanitary napkins, tampons and other feminine hygiene products
- Anti-constipation medicine
- Insect repellent
- Medication for motion sickness
- All purpose knife or scissors
- Thermometer
- Alcohol