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Personal
Medical Kit
Having your own medical kit while you are traveling
can prove to be an invaluable resource for emergencies large and
small. The contents of your medical kit is dependent on your destination,
travel health history, duration of stay and potential exposures.
There are many pre-made medical kits available commercially, but
you should personalize yours to custom fit your anticipated needs.
The following is meant to be used as a guideline. Discuss any
questions or concerns you have about what to bring with your travel
health care professional.
Medications:
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Include all prescription medications, preferably
in their original containers. This should include any prescriptions
specifically for your travel needs including malaria prophylaxis,
jet lag, altitude sickness, etc.
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Anti-diarrheal medications (e.g. loperamide,
Diphenoxylate, kaolin-pectin)
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Mild laxative
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Antacid or bismuth subsalicylate
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Medications for motion sickness (e.g. diphenhydramine
HCL)
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Acetaminophen
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Ibuprofen or other anti-inflammatory
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Antihistamines (e.g. Benadryl or Claritin)
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Decongestant
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Steroid cream (hydrocortisone 1%)
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Vaginal cream for yeast infections (e.g. clotrimazole)
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Anti-fungal ointment
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Anti-bacterial ointment
First Aid:
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DEET-containing insect repellent
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Permethrin-containing insect spray
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Sunscreen
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Oral re-hydration tablets
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Hat and sunglasses
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Condoms
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Safety Medical Services
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