The following list is basic first aid materials that are good to have on hand. Other items that you might stock in a first aid kit will be largely dependent on what kind of activity you are doing and in what region. For all major injuries and illnesses, be sure to see a doctor.
For stomach trouble/cramps:
2 hot water bottles with leak-proof lids (good quality and at least one should have an enema/douche attatchment)
Food based digestive enzymes
Gas X (for temporary relief of bloating and/or gas)
Pure peppermint oil (for easing indigestion)
Immodium (for diarrhea not caused from food poisoning)
For sprain and strains:
2” and 4” wide ace bandages
Arm sling
Tiger Balm or Ben Gay
Arnica cream or ointment
Instant ice/heat packs
For eye issues:
Eye patch
Sterile eyewash
Eye-cup
For cuts (that don’t need stitches):
Assorted band-aids (from small to very large)
Neosporin or calendula ointment
Gauze roll
Gauze tape
Alcohol swabs or rubbing alcohol
Hydrogen peroxide
Q-tips
For splinters/imbedded things:
Tweezers (high quality)
Sewing needles (sterilize before using)
For illnesses:
Temperature gauge (oral and underarm)
Homeopathy kit (optional)
Ascorbic acid (vitamin C with bioflavonoids) (for preventing or shortening illness)
For pain:
I.B.Prophen/Advil
Clove oil (for temporary relief from toothache)
Mullen flower/Garlic oil (for earache)
Cotton balls (use with oil applications)
For survival:
Thermal ponchos
Flare sticks
Air horn
