Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
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antispasmodic for stomach cramps, eg Buscopan
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contraceptives
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decongestant
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DEET-based insect repellent
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oral rehydration solution for diarrhoea (eg Gastrolyte), diarrhoea 'stopper' (eg Loperamide) and antinausea medica-
tion
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first-aid items such as scissors, Elastoplasts, bandages, gauze, thermometer (but not one with mercury), sterile needles
and syringes (with a doctor's letter), safety pins and tweezers
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hand gel (alcohol based) or alcohol-based hand wipes
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ibuprofen or another anti-inflammatory
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indigestion medication, eg Quick Eze or Mylanta
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laxative, eg Coloxyl
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migraine medicine - for migraine sufferers
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paracetamol
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Permethrin to impregnate clothing and mosquito nets if at high risk
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steroid cream for allergic/itchy rashes, eg 1% to 2% hydrocortisone
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sunscreen, sunglasses and hat
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throat lozenges
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thrush (vaginal yeast infection) treatment, eg Clotrimazole pessaries or Diflucan tablet
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Ural or equivalent if prone to urine infections
