49 Great Items You Can Keep in Your First Aid Bag
1.
Carrying case: A small plastic toolbox would do as it is light, portable and affordable.
2.
First aid book 3.
Petroleum jelly (Vaseline) Pack this to lubricate the rectal thermometer.
4.
Calamine lotion - This is great stuff to relieve the itching of poison ivy and bug bites.
5.
Diphenhydramine (Benedryl) - An antihistamine helpful in handling any minor allergic reactions.
6.
Antibiotic ointment - Good for certain cuts that are at risk for infection.
If a cut or scrape appears to be infected already, consult the doctor before administering the antibiotic ointment.
7.
Self-injectable epinephrine - This is a prescription medication limited to those at risk for life-threatening allergic reactions from bee stings, certain foods, etc.
8.
Tweezers - These are essential for removing ticks, splinters, etc.
9.
Small flashlight (don't forget extra batteries).
10.
List of important phone numbers - (doctor, friend or relative).
11.
Painkillers such as acetaminophen, paracetamol or ibuprofen - (these medications are not only for fever but also are good for pain control).
12.
An accurate measuring device - i.
e.
syringe or spoon.
13.
Gauze, adhesive tape, bandages and plasters, in a variety of different sizes and shapes.
14.
Small sharp scissors - These will be needed to cut the tape, gauze, or whatever.
15.
Alcohol pads 16.
Thermometer 17.
Sterile eye dressing 18.
Safety pins 19.
Disposable sterile gloves 20.
Alcohol-free cleansing wipes 21.
Thermometer, preferably digital 22.
Skin rash cream such as hydrocortisone or calendula 23.
Cream or spray to relieve insect bites and stings 24.
Antiseptic cream/ointment 25.
Cough medicine 26.
Decongestant tablets or nasal spray 27.
Distilled water, for cleaning wounds and as an eye bath 28.
Anti-bacterial gel for hand washing without water 29.
Insect repellent 30.
Sunscreen 31.
Pre-moistened towelettes (i.
e.
babywipes) 32.
Tissues 33.
Anti-diarrhoeal 34.
Antacid 35.
Cough medicine and/or throat lozenges 36.
Petroleum jelly 37.
Cotton balls and/or swabs 38.
Antiseptic soap 39.
Lotion for diaper rash 40.
Teething medicine 41.
Nasal aspirator for baby 42.
Ice Packs (used to help reduce swelling).
43.
Steri-Strips: (also known as Butter-Flys, Adhesive Sutures, Adhesive Closures).
44.
Neosporin/Bacitracin Ointment (this is a topical antibiotic) 45.
Cortisone Ointment.
This is especially helpful with any contact dermatitis (i.
e.
poison ivy, oak) 46.
Benadryl tablets (antihistamine - control allergic reactions) 47.
Eye wash 48.
Forceps: 1 pair disposable splinter forceps 49.
Mouthwash.
Carrying case: A small plastic toolbox would do as it is light, portable and affordable.
2.
First aid book 3.
Petroleum jelly (Vaseline) Pack this to lubricate the rectal thermometer.
4.
Calamine lotion - This is great stuff to relieve the itching of poison ivy and bug bites.
5.
Diphenhydramine (Benedryl) - An antihistamine helpful in handling any minor allergic reactions.
6.
Antibiotic ointment - Good for certain cuts that are at risk for infection.
If a cut or scrape appears to be infected already, consult the doctor before administering the antibiotic ointment.
7.
Self-injectable epinephrine - This is a prescription medication limited to those at risk for life-threatening allergic reactions from bee stings, certain foods, etc.
8.
Tweezers - These are essential for removing ticks, splinters, etc.
9.
Small flashlight (don't forget extra batteries).
10.
List of important phone numbers - (doctor, friend or relative).
11.
Painkillers such as acetaminophen, paracetamol or ibuprofen - (these medications are not only for fever but also are good for pain control).
12.
An accurate measuring device - i.
e.
syringe or spoon.
13.
Gauze, adhesive tape, bandages and plasters, in a variety of different sizes and shapes.
14.
Small sharp scissors - These will be needed to cut the tape, gauze, or whatever.
15.
Alcohol pads 16.
Thermometer 17.
Sterile eye dressing 18.
Safety pins 19.
Disposable sterile gloves 20.
Alcohol-free cleansing wipes 21.
Thermometer, preferably digital 22.
Skin rash cream such as hydrocortisone or calendula 23.
Cream or spray to relieve insect bites and stings 24.
Antiseptic cream/ointment 25.
Cough medicine 26.
Decongestant tablets or nasal spray 27.
Distilled water, for cleaning wounds and as an eye bath 28.
Anti-bacterial gel for hand washing without water 29.
Insect repellent 30.
Sunscreen 31.
Pre-moistened towelettes (i.
e.
babywipes) 32.
Tissues 33.
Anti-diarrhoeal 34.
Antacid 35.
Cough medicine and/or throat lozenges 36.
Petroleum jelly 37.
Cotton balls and/or swabs 38.
Antiseptic soap 39.
Lotion for diaper rash 40.
Teething medicine 41.
Nasal aspirator for baby 42.
Ice Packs (used to help reduce swelling).
43.
Steri-Strips: (also known as Butter-Flys, Adhesive Sutures, Adhesive Closures).
44.
Neosporin/Bacitracin Ointment (this is a topical antibiotic) 45.
Cortisone Ointment.
This is especially helpful with any contact dermatitis (i.
e.
poison ivy, oak) 46.
Benadryl tablets (antihistamine - control allergic reactions) 47.
Eye wash 48.
Forceps: 1 pair disposable splinter forceps 49.
Mouthwash.
