TRAVELER'S HEALTH KIT
Suggested items include the following.
Some or all may be necessary.  If in doubt, pack it.
Supply of prescription drugs, with a list in case of lost luggage

Asprin or Tylinol

Pepto Bismol

Kaopectate for children

Imodium

Sunscreen with at least 15 SPF

Antihistamine/decongestant combination

Insect repellent containing DEET (concentration 30 percent to 35 percent)

Rehydration packets

Hydrocortisone cream (1 percent solution)

Portable aqua (iodine release tabs or cincture of iodine) for water purification.

Mild sedative (such as Ambien)

Anti-anxiety medication (such as Xanax)

Thermometer

Bandages, gauze and adhesive

Antiseptic lotion

Antacid (such as Mylanta)

Anti-motion sickness medication (such as Dramamine or Transderm patches)

Mild laxative (such as milk of magnesia)

Cough preparation (such as Robitussin-DM)

Topical antifungal (Loin) and antibacterial ointment (Bacitracin)

Antibiotic for treatment for moderate to severe diarrhea

Antimalarial (if prescribed)

High-altitude sickness preventative (Diamox)
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