When traveling it’s not until you fall ill that you realize the importance of  first-aid. Whether traveling in your own country or abroad the body might respond unfavorably to climatic conditions, to food, insects and a host of other variables. So carrying a first aid kit with basic medicines apart from you regular medication (if you’re on it) is a must-have to make your travel hassle free and enjoyable. You can assemble your own kit with these items:

• Pain relieving sprays/balm/creams
• Anti- diarrhea medication
• Anti-motion sickness medication
• Paracetamol or other medication for fever
• Mild laxative
• Cough suppressant/expectorant
• Antacid
• Insect repellents.
• An effective Sunscreen
• Basic first-aid items (cotton, adhesive bandages, gauze, tweezers, scissors, cotton-tipped applicators)
• Antibacterial hand wipes or alcohol-based hand sanitizer
• Anti-allergen tablets
• Anti-septic solution/powder
• High-altitude preventive medication
• Water purification tablets
• Commercial suture/syringe kits (to be used by local health-care provider.
• Address and phone numbers of area hospitals or clinics nearby.
• First aid guidance leaflet
• Anti-burn creams
• Safety pins
• Lubricating Eye drops

Armed with these you would be prepared for any unforeseen health conditions and would have a pleasurable trip.

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