Best things to Have in a First Aid Kit
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When most people think "first aid" they think band aids. They think that if there is a serious emeergency that they will just call 911, or head for the hospital. But there are some things that are more important than others to have in your first aid kit. Some of them could actually save your life.
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1.
Johnson & Johnson Butterfly Bandages
Butterfly bandages are essential to all first aid kits. A butterfly bandage can be used to hold together the edges of minor cuts, and can even be used on major wounds as a temporary measure until emergency help can be found.
61 points - added 14 years ago by thewordwarrior -
2.
Neosporin
One of the best items to have on hand for use as an antiseptic.
61 points - added 14 years ago by thewordwarrior -
3.
Epi-Pen
If one is stung or bitten by something poisonous an empinephrine injection defice can save your life. By far the most important thing to have in your first aid kit.
57 points - added 14 years ago by thewordwarrior -
4.
Benadryl Tablets
There are some things you may be allergic to and may not even know it. While your allergy may not be life-threatening, it can sometimes be severe enough to cause extreme pain and discomfort, swelling, itching etc. Benadryl Tablets can reduce the effect of allergens within a few minutes.
52 points - added 14 years ago by thewordwarrior -
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Ipicac Syrup
Being stung or bitten by something poisonous is one thing, swallowing something poisonous is another. Ipicac syrup if taken immediately after swallowing a poison or discovery of an overdose can induce vomiting and keep the poison by being absorbed into the body.
47 points - added 14 years ago by thewordwarrior -
6.
Johnson & Johnson Band-Aids (standard)
45 points - added 14 years ago by thewordwarrior -
7.
Cortizone Anti-Itch Cream
Cortizone Anti-Itch Cream is a life-saver when dealing with things like poison ivy or poison oak. Reduces swelling and itching.
45 points - added 14 years ago by thewordwarrior -
8.
Adventure Suture Kit
While it is not advisable to sew up your own or another's wound, there are times and places where it is absolutely essential to survival. All First Aid kits should have a suture kit included, just in case.
45 points - added 14 years ago by thewordwarrior -
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Medique Burn Spray
Reduces swelling and pain for minor burns, scrapes and abrasions.
45 points - added 14 years ago by thewordwarrior -
10.
Alcohol Pads
31 points - added 14 years ago by thewordwarrior -
11.
Tylonol
Both a pain reliever and an anti-inflammatory.
26 points - added 14 years ago by thewordwarrior -
12.
Tweezers
26 points - added 14 years ago by thewordwarrior -
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Johnson & Johnson Rolled Gauze
24 points - added 14 years ago by thewordwarrior -
14.
Johnson & Johnson Gauze Pads
22 points - added 14 years ago by thewordwarrior -
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Hydrogen Peroxide
Hydrogen Peroxide or rubbing alcohol can be extremely useful in the case of an emergency...simply put it on a cotton swab and rub it along your wounds...A quick and easy way to avoid infection and then you can dress them like normal
12 points - added 10 years ago by guest -
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Anti-Bacterial Hand Sanitizer
12 points - added 14 years ago by thewordwarrior -
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Dynarex Instant Disposable Ice Pack
11 points - added 14 years ago by thewordwarrior -
18.
Johnson & Johnson First Aid Secure Flex Wrap
10 points - added 14 years ago by thewordwarrior -
19.
Aloe Vera Gel
8 points - added 14 years ago by thewordwarrior -
20.
Scissors
8 points - added 14 years ago by thewordwarrior -
21.
Cloth Tape
7 points - added 14 years ago by thewordwarrior -
22.
Whiskey
It helps with the pain
-3 points - added 14 years ago by guest -
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