#2: Bacitracin ointment - alternative topical antibiotic.
This topical first aid antibiotic is effective in healing minor cuts,
scrapes, scratches and burns. Bacitracin is ideal if anyone in your
party is allergic to the active ingredient in Neosporin.
#3: Cold and Flu Medicines.
You could turn to ordinary cold and flu medicines, but if you're a
prepper with a bent on a homesteading life, you'll choose natural
medicines for cold and flu:
#4: Antifungal cream ~ Clotrimazole (Lotrimin) - .
Athlete's foot, ringworm or a rash ~ you don't know what will
happen in an emergency and you can prepare by stocking your
medical kit with an antifungal cream or natural alternative such
as tea tree oil. If you have a strange rash and suspect a fungal
infection, see a doctor. If no doctor is available, you can try this
anti-fungal cream: Lotrimin. This over-the counter medication
relieves itching, redness, irritation and discomfort, which may
accompany the condition (ringworm). Clotrimazole is effective at
treating athlete's foot, and jock itch in addition to ringworm in
anyone 2 years or older. It's not effective in treating scalp or
nails. Remember to see your doctor, and to pack Lotrimin or
equivalent Clotrimazole.
This topical first aid antibiotic is effective in healing minor cuts,
scrapes, scratches and burns. Bacitracin is ideal if anyone in your
party is allergic to the active ingredient in Neosporin.
- Bacitracin will help you prevent infection. It's always good to
have options. Bacitracin really sinks into wounds, whereas
Neosporin is more of a layer. Another distinction is that
Bacitracin is preferred over combination products such as
Polysporin and Neosporin. Fewer ingredients lowers the
chances of allergic reaction. Some brands of bacitracin
include zinc, so beware for allergies. You can develop an
allergy to zinc.
#3: Cold and Flu Medicines.
You could turn to ordinary cold and flu medicines, but if you're a
prepper with a bent on a homesteading life, you'll choose natural
medicines for cold and flu:
- Boiron Coldcalm Cold Relief Medicine addresses symptoms at
every stage of a cold. It temporarily relieves symptoms such
as sneezing, runny nose, nasal congestion and minor sore
throat.
- Borion Oscillococcinum works naturally with your body to
temporarily relieve flu-like symptoms, such as fatigue,
headache, body aches, chills and fever. It does not cause
drowsiness or interact with other medications. Oscillo’s
sweet-tasting pellets dissolve quickly under the tongue; no
water, chewing or swallowing is required.
- Infection Formula. Created by Dr. John R. Christopher, who
founded Dr. Christopher's School of Natural Healing in 1953,
Christopher's Original formula dietary supplement "Infection
Formula*" contains a proprietary blend of black walnut leaf,
goldenseal root, bugleweed herb, plantain leaf, marshmallow
root and lobelia herb with no added fillers or chemicals. It's
a synergistic blend of herbs for the lymphatic system. These
herbs feed your body to restore balance to your lymphatic
system. When you eat food, your body digests and sends
nutrients to every living cell. As the cells process these
nutrients, it creates some waste in the process. Because an
abundance of waste in your lymphatic vessels builds up over
time, it can block your lymph nodes, and decrease your
body's ability to fight infections. That's the basis behind the
formula. Click on the image and you'll discover why this five-
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formula supports the body's lymphatic system which is
helpful to promote overall health.
#4: Antifungal cream ~ Clotrimazole (Lotrimin) - .
Athlete's foot, ringworm or a rash ~ you don't know what will
happen in an emergency and you can prepare by stocking your
medical kit with an antifungal cream or natural alternative such
as tea tree oil. If you have a strange rash and suspect a fungal
infection, see a doctor. If no doctor is available, you can try this
anti-fungal cream: Lotrimin. This over-the counter medication
relieves itching, redness, irritation and discomfort, which may
accompany the condition (ringworm). Clotrimazole is effective at
treating athlete's foot, and jock itch in addition to ringworm in
anyone 2 years or older. It's not effective in treating scalp or
nails. Remember to see your doctor, and to pack Lotrimin or
equivalent Clotrimazole.
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An antifungal cream. such as Lotrimin, can treat ringworm, pictured above
under the armpit of a child. It can also treat other fungal infections, such as
athlete’s foot and jock itch. Always seek medical care for correct
identification of the rash, which could be life-threatening.
#5: Hydrocortisone.
Bug bites, poison oak and ivy or a rash ~ preppers must have a
way to stop the itch. Hydrocoritisone is a necessary anti-itch
cream that relieves itching associated with minor skin irritations
and rashes. It not only is an effective relief of itch, but it leaves
a protective barrier as it helps maintain moisture.
Hydrocortisone is useful for skin irritation caused by:
#6: Allergy relief ~ Diphenhydramine (Benadryl).
Diphenhydramine is an antihistamine that offers allergy relief. As
an allergy medicine, it offers temporary relief of sneezing, itchy
and running nose; itching, watery eyes; hay fever symptoms. An
important antihistamine, diphenhydramine can help balance an
allergic reaction to antibiotics as well. Kirkland Allergy Medicine is
a generic equivalent.
Antihistamines that cause little or no sleepiness, include:
Loratadine (Alavert, Claritin, Dimetapp ND); fexofenadine
(Allegra); or cetirizine (Zyrtec).
#7: Anti-diarrheal ~ Loperamide (Immodium).
Loperamide hydrochloride controls symptoms of diarrhea. It
relieves symptoms of diarrhea, plus bloating, pressure and
cramps commonly referred to as gas. This medication slows down
the action of the intestines to reduce the number of bowel
movements. Imodium, or a generic equivalent Loperamide, will
help control the symptoms of diarrhea.
#8: Heartburn ~ Ranitdine (Zantac).
To deal with heartburn, you can take Ranitidine (Zantac).
Rantidine, the ingredient in Maximum Strength Zantac, pictured
right, relieves and prevents heartburn associated with acid
indigestion and sour stomach.
#9: Laxative ~ Mirolax.
A laxative encourages bowel movements. MiraLAX laxative is a
way to treat occasional constipation. It activates the water in
your body to work in three ways by hydrating, easing and
softening to unblock your system naturally and allow you to have
a normal, complete bowel moment. It gives you gentle,
predictable relief of occasional constipation and irregularity
without causing harsh side effects such as sudden urgency,
cramping, bloating and gas. And the powder dissolves easily in
water and other hot or cold beverages — with no taste or grit.
#10: Sore throat medicine.
Sucking on hard candy if you have a sore throat can be soothing
and Sucrets is a classic sore throat losenge. Sore throat
medicines numb the pain. Suggestions include:
Happy endings...
It's good to have medicines to at home, so you can respond to
whatever comes your way and because you never know the day
when the pharmacy is closed and you need it most.
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any health or dietary matter, always consult your physician. This information is
intended for your general knowledge only and is not a substitute for professional
medical advice or treatment for specific medical conditions. Never disregard or delay in
seeking medical advice when available.
under the armpit of a child. It can also treat other fungal infections, such as
athlete’s foot and jock itch. Always seek medical care for correct
identification of the rash, which could be life-threatening.
#5: Hydrocortisone.
Bug bites, poison oak and ivy or a rash ~ preppers must have a
way to stop the itch. Hydrocoritisone is a necessary anti-itch
cream that relieves itching associated with minor skin irritations
and rashes. It not only is an effective relief of itch, but it leaves
a protective barrier as it helps maintain moisture.
Hydrocortisone is useful for skin irritation caused by:
- detmatitis
- eczema
- insect bites
- soaps and detergents
- poison ivy, oak
- psoriasis
#6: Allergy relief ~ Diphenhydramine (Benadryl).
Diphenhydramine is an antihistamine that offers allergy relief. As
an allergy medicine, it offers temporary relief of sneezing, itchy
and running nose; itching, watery eyes; hay fever symptoms. An
important antihistamine, diphenhydramine can help balance an
allergic reaction to antibiotics as well. Kirkland Allergy Medicine is
a generic equivalent.
Antihistamines that cause little or no sleepiness, include:
Loratadine (Alavert, Claritin, Dimetapp ND); fexofenadine
(Allegra); or cetirizine (Zyrtec).
#7: Anti-diarrheal ~ Loperamide (Immodium).
Loperamide hydrochloride controls symptoms of diarrhea. It
relieves symptoms of diarrhea, plus bloating, pressure and
cramps commonly referred to as gas. This medication slows down
the action of the intestines to reduce the number of bowel
movements. Imodium, or a generic equivalent Loperamide, will
help control the symptoms of diarrhea.
- WARNINGS: Sometimes Loperamide can worsen diarrhea if
caused by an infection for example. Do not use Loperamide if
you have a had a rash or other allergic reaction to
loperamide hydrochloride. Also, do not use if you have
bloody or black stool. Consult a doctor if you have fever,
mucus in the stool or a history of liver disease.
#8: Heartburn ~ Ranitdine (Zantac).
To deal with heartburn, you can take Ranitidine (Zantac).
Rantidine, the ingredient in Maximum Strength Zantac, pictured
right, relieves and prevents heartburn associated with acid
indigestion and sour stomach.
#9: Laxative ~ Mirolax.
A laxative encourages bowel movements. MiraLAX laxative is a
way to treat occasional constipation. It activates the water in
your body to work in three ways by hydrating, easing and
softening to unblock your system naturally and allow you to have
a normal, complete bowel moment. It gives you gentle,
predictable relief of occasional constipation and irregularity
without causing harsh side effects such as sudden urgency,
cramping, bloating and gas. And the powder dissolves easily in
water and other hot or cold beverages — with no taste or grit.
- WARNINGS: Stop use and ask a doctor if you have rectal
bleeding or your nausea, bloating, cramping or abdominal
pain gets worse. These may be signs of a serious condition;
you get diarrhea; you need to use a laxative for longer than
1 week. If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health
professional before use.
#10: Sore throat medicine.
Sucking on hard candy if you have a sore throat can be soothing
and Sucrets is a classic sore throat losenge. Sore throat
medicines numb the pain. Suggestions include:
- Dyclonine (Cepacol)
- phenol (Chloraseptic).
- Now that you've taken a closer look at the over the counter
medications above, consider the preppers medicine cabinet,
which goes beyond the ordinary. You probably already have
the Acetaminophen (Tylenol) and Ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil) in
your prepper's medicine cabinet. If you don't, then stock
those as well!
Happy endings...
It's good to have medicines to at home, so you can respond to
whatever comes your way and because you never know the day
when the pharmacy is closed and you need it most.
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seeking medical advice when available.
Ten Over-the-counter Medicines
List of overlooked over-the-counter medications
Top ten medicines to stockpile for emergencies.
Medicine cabinet "must haves" for preppers... When there is no
pharmacy what then? While you can't stockpile prescriptions
beyond your needs, there are some basic over-the-counter
medications preppers should have in the medicine cabinet. Below
is our list of ten over-the-counter medications to stock...
Over-the-counter Medicines to Stockpile
Here is a list of ten overlooked over-the-counter medicines you
should consider stocking in your prepper's medicine cabinet...
#1: Analgesics (pain relievers).
Arthritis, backaches, headaches, menstrual cramps, tooth aches~
life is full of aches and pains and as a prepper you must have
more than one way to deal with the pain. Analgesics can take
many forms from natural to man made and you can medicine
internally or externally. Be sure to stockpile:
List of overlooked over-the-counter medications
Top ten medicines to stockpile for emergencies.
Medicine cabinet "must haves" for preppers... When there is no
pharmacy what then? While you can't stockpile prescriptions
beyond your needs, there are some basic over-the-counter
medications preppers should have in the medicine cabinet. Below
is our list of ten over-the-counter medications to stock...
Over-the-counter Medicines to Stockpile
Here is a list of ten overlooked over-the-counter medicines you
should consider stocking in your prepper's medicine cabinet...
#1: Analgesics (pain relievers).
Arthritis, backaches, headaches, menstrual cramps, tooth aches~
life is full of aches and pains and as a prepper you must have
more than one way to deal with the pain. Analgesics can take
many forms from natural to man made and you can medicine
internally or externally. Be sure to stockpile:
- Oral Anesthetic gel. Hurricaine, pictured right, is a topical
anesthetic gel of 20% benzocaine in a flavored, water
soluble polyethylene glycol base. Used to anesthetize
mucosal tissue to relieve discomfort.
- Aspirin or aspirin alternatives. Find the relief you need for
headaches, muscle aches and more with aspirin or with
aspirin alternatives such as Willow bark. Did you know that
about 25% of modern medicines originated in plants? One of
them was aspirin, which comes from willow bark. It was the
original aspirin!
