You hope you're dragging your travel pharmacy with you for nothing, but in an emergency, the supplies can come in handy.
1. Plasters
An accident just happened. By having plasters on hand, you can quickly cover small wounds.
2. Blister plasters
Especially during a city trip or walking holiday, more important than ordinary plasters:blister plasters. You don't want to be able to wear a pair of shoes after two days. A good blister plaster can provide immediate relief from a blister or chafing spot on your foot.
3. Diarrhea inhibitors
Traveler's diarrhea is very annoying. Diarrhea inhibitors can stop or reduce diarrhea. You can also take O.R.S., a solution that supplements the deficiency of salts and minerals after severe diarrhea. Do you suffer from the reverse problem more quickly? Then take pills for constipation with you.
4. Painkillers
Handy for all kinds of ailments such as stomachaches, headaches or menstrual pain.
5. Tweezers
Tweezers are not only useful for plucking your eyebrows, they can pull a nasty splinter out of your skin and you can even remove a tick with tweezers.
6. Disinfectant
A bottle of Sterilon or disinfecting wipes are useful for disinfecting wounds.
7. Pills against motion sickness
For those who are prone to motion sickness, but these pills are also useful during turbulent boat trips. You will not be the first to suddenly suffer from motion sickness.
8. Bandage, tape and scissors
In first aid boxes you will often find handy and compact sets to take with you.
9. DEET
Depending on your destination, DEET should not be missing in your travel pharmacy or toiletry bag. In addition, if necessary, pack a means to treat insect bites.
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