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Health Advice - Medicine Cabinet

You never know when minor illnesses are going to strike, so it is is worthwhile keeping a well stocked medicine cabinet at home. Below is a list of suggested medicines and dressings that are useful for common illnesses and accidents at home. Always ensure that all medications are kept well out of the reach of young children.

Sedative Cough Linctus

For dry or painful coughs

Antiseptic Cream

For sores, grazes and septic spots

Antiseptic solution

Dilute in water & use to clean cuts and grazes

Calamine lotion

For use on dermatitis, and on insect bites & stings and sunburn to soothe

Cotton Wool

For cleaning minor cuts & grazes

Tweezers

For removing splinters

Plasters

For cuts

Thermometer

For checking fevers

Indigestion Remedies

For relief of heartburn and indigestion pains

Crepe Bandage (3 inch)

For sprained joints & for holding dressings in correct place

Paracetamol Tablets

For general pain relief

Paracetamol Mixture

For relief of pain and/or fever in young children

Vapour Rub

For steam inhalation, stuffy noses or dry coughs. Rub into chest and on nose

Antihistamine Tablets or Ointment

For relief of inflammation from itches/rashes and allergic reactions caused by body's over production of histamine. Useful in allergy reactions such as watery eyes, sneezing, swelling and for insect bites. Recommend to use newer brands which are less sedative

Rehydration Solution

For replacing fluids and salts lost due to vomiting or diarrhoea

Visit Medicine Chest Online - a directory of medicines and food supplements that are available 'over the counter' (OTC) from your pharmacist. Use this site to find products that might help treat or relieve symptoms and to seek advice on self-medicating safely and health maintenance, both important elements of self-care.

If you have any concerns about medication then contact your pharmacist or GP

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