CEDAR [ EXPERT TIP ] Drugs on Trip


FIVE MUST-HAVE OVER-THE-COUNTER MEDS FOR YOUR FIRST AID KIT


X THE DRUG Ibuprofen Polymyxin


B, Bacitracin Zinc


Gramicidin (Advil, Motrin) Anti- X INDICATION


inflammatory for musculo- skeletal injuries, menstrual pain, fever reduction


Topical antibiotic preparation


for minor cuts, nicks and scratches


For external use only.


X PRECAUTIONS


Can be a stomach irritant.


Avoid contact with eyes.


Do not use on burns, punctures


or over large areas.


X


FIELD NOTES


Dosage can be increased for more


potent pain management.


Helps with healing after disinfection of cuts/scrapes. Apply very thin film then bandage.


Anti-diarrheal for short-


term relief of diarrhea


Do not use if there is blood or mucus in your stool, you have a high fever, or if you are pregnant.


Usually the bugs causing the diarrhea need to flush out of your system. Stay hydrated.


For the


prevention and treatment of nausea,


vomiting and dizziness


May cause drowsiness. Avoid tasks requiring mental alertness


(e.g. decision making).


Consider


carrying both fast absorbing chewables and supposi- tories. It can be difficult


to administer the oral drug once vomit- ing begins.


Helps with normal


symptoms of insect stings/ bites and poison ivy.


Antihistamine for relief of allergy symptoms


May cause drowsiness. Avoid tasks requiring mental alertness


(e.g. decision making).


(Polysporin Triple


Antibiotic Ointment)


(Imodium) (Gravol) (Benadryl)


Loperamide HCl


Dimenhydri- nate


Diphenhydr- amine HCl


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You need to be familiar with any medication before deciding to take it. Consult your physician or pharmacist for more information about these medications. Read the product informa- tion that comes with the package. Ideally you’ve taken the medication in the past with good results before needing it in the backcountry. Discovering an allergy to a drug a day away from help could be life threatening. Be aware that sharing your personal supply is not advisable and could lead to medical, ethical and legal problems.


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