Walking Well: First Aid

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Here is what I use to deal with minor emergencies: Contents of Del Doc's First Aid Kit

Drugs

• Cortaid (Hydrocortisone 1% ointment); chafing, rash, bites, & stings
  
• Antifungal (Tinactin cream); Athletes foot
  
• Antihistamine (Benadryl, etc.); allergic reactions, insomnia
  
• Antibiotic (Dicloxacillin, etc.); skin infections
  
• Antibacterial (Bactrim, etc.); urinary infections
  
• Anti-inflammatory (Ibuprofen), inflammation, pain
  
• Analgesic (Tylenol and Codeine); pain
  
• Antacid (Tempo); GI upset
  
• Multivitamin tablets; nutrition supplement
  
• Antihypertensives; personal blood pressure control
  
• Sedative (Lorazepam); insomnia
  
• Potable Aqua; iodine water treatment

Devices

• New Skin in small plastic bottle; cuts, abrasions
  
• Band-Aids, 3 sizes; cuts, abrasions
  
• Adhesive coverlets; toe irritation
  
• Moleskin and molefoam; blisters, irritation
  
• Adhesive tape 1/2"; strapping
  
• Duct tape on water bottle; repairs*
  
• Scissors and tweezers on Swiss Army knife; surgery*
  
• Qtips; swabs
  
• DEET (Ben's); insect repellent*
  
• Mouse hang; protect food bag*
  
• Katadyn filter; water purification*
  
• Weight of first aid kit in plastic bag = 7.5 ounces
  (not including * items)

Other related items carried

• Sewing kit: cotton and heavy nylon thread, needles, safety pins
  
• Krazy Glue
  
• Repair kit, Clevis pins and rings
  

Optional items not carried

• Lip balm
  
• Elastic bandage (Ace)
  
• Knee supports
  
• Gauze bandage
  
• Antibiotic ointment
  
• Antidiarrheal drugs
  
• Snakebite kit
  
• Foot powder
  
• Antiseptic
  
• Second Skin
  
• Sunscreen