what are first aid supplies for travel ?

first aid supplies for travel need to be comprehensive because a health centre may not be accessible , but  sometime the content of portable first aid kit depends on some factors, like for example: is your trip for a long or short time? Is your trip to a remote area or not ? what are the most common medical cases you are exposing to? .

so you have to estimate the trip situation to know what first aid supplies to put in travel first aid kit.

 But in general ..

these are what supposed travel first aid supplies can treat  :

1.     Fever

2.       Stings

3.       Allergies

4.       Cuts

5.       Nasal congestion

7.       Skin problems

8.         Burns

9.       Splinters

10.    Cough

11.    Gastrointestinal problems

12.    Cuts

13.    Mild pain

14.   Sore throat 

15.   Strains 

16.    Abrasions (scrapes)

And travel emergency kit suppose to contain at least 10 of these basic first aid supplies :

Basic First aid supplies for travel :

1.       Adhesive tape

2.       Elastic wrap bandages

3.       Bandage strips and "butterfly" bandages in assorted sizes

4.       Nonstick sterile bandages and roller gauze in assorted sizes

5.       Eye shield or pad

6.       Triangular bandage

7.       Instant cold packs

8.       Cotton balls and cotton-tipped swabs

9.       Disposable non-latex gloves, such as surgical or examination gloves

10.    Plastic bags

11.    Safety pins

12.    Scissors and tweezers

13.    Soap or hand sanitizer

14.    Antibiotic ointment

15.    Antiseptic solution and wipes

16.    Eyewash solution

17.    Thermometer

18.    First aid guide

19.    Barrier devices, such as a pocket mask or face shield

 Medications may needed for your travel first aid kit :

1.       Aloe vera gel

2.       Calamine lotion

3.       Anti-diarrhea medication

4.       Laxative

5.       Antacids

6.       Antihistamine, such as diphenhydramine

7.       Pain relievers

8.       Hydrocortisone cream

9.       Cough and cold medications

10.    Personal medications that don't need refrigeration

Emergency items to include in your travel aid kit :

1.       Emergency blanket

2.       Insect repellant

3.       Pencil and pad

4.       A list of yours and other family member's medical history, medications, doctors, insurance company, and emergency contact persons

5.        Coins for pay phone

6.      Whistle

where to find first aid kit for travel ?

you can check this topic to see some samples of travel aid kits .