11 must have medicines in your first aid kit

re we list the 11 most needed medicines for the year 2011

Dr Parul R Sheth

Medicines are on the priority list in a first aid kit. You need to stock medications, which can come in handy at the time when you need them the most.  Remember to replace medicines that have expired. Here we list the 11 most needed medicines for the year 2011.

1. Acetaminophen – paracetamol, calpol  for fever, pain, body ache
2. Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)  ibuprofen, aspirin, and naproxen to relieve fever and pain, combiflam – a combination of paracetamol and ibugesic
3. Antacids – pentoprazole, omiprazole – digene, rantac, zinetac
4. Loperamide – Imodium used to slow down bowel movement, used in diarrhoea
5. Metronidazole, a broad spectrum  antibiotic for amoebic, protozoan infections
6. Antihistamines – diphenhydramine (Benadryl) for allergic reactions
7. Antibiotic ointments for cuts and scrapes - Betadine
8. Dimenhydrinate for nausea – avomine, dramamine, vomex
9. Topical calamine lotion or hydrocortisone cream for rashes
10. Sore throat lozenges and cough mixture
11. Pain relief sprays.