For Pain
Aspirin, acetaminophen and ibuprofen - adult & pediatric
doses
For Coughs & Colds
Decongestants, cough medicines, throat lozenges & cough
drops – adult & pediatric doses. Nasal
aspirator bulb for the little ones. DON’T
forget the Vick’s vaporub!
For Allergies (seasonal and otherwise)
Antihistamines and eye drops. Saline nasal sprays, as well, if that’s your
thing.
For Tummy Troubles
Tums, Rolaids, Maalox, Mylanta, Immodium, Pepto Bismal,
Metamucil and possibly a stool softener.
For the children, I recommend keeping some Pedialyte in the pantry, in
case of dehydration.
For Skin Issues
Calamine lotion and cortisone cream. Also, can’t hurt to keep an aloe plant in
your home for burns.
For Boo-Boos
Neosporin, band-aids (a lot – all shapes, sizes and
characters), gauze and medical tape.
Possibly the squeeze and break ice packs, should you have room,
otherwise keep the reusable type in your freezer.
Miscellany
Sunscreen, eyewash kit and antifungal cream.
Tools
Alcohol, peroxide, small scissors, tweezers, Vaseline,
thermometer, cotton balls & swabs, magnifying glass and dosage cups & spoons.
Just a little PSA (public service announcement) from me to you. We tend to reevaluate and restock our meds & supplies this time of year. You never want to be out of something when you need it the most.
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