What medication should you have in your cupboard for an emergency?

With a little one around, it is more vital than ever to be prepared with a well-stocked medicine cabinet for first aid in the home. Every home should have a medicine cabinet or first-aid kit in the case of an emergency. You should stock up on over-the-counter medicines and supplies before the need arises.

The following are some of the medications and equipment you should keep on hand:

• Pain medication- panado or calpol
• Ointment for burns, bruises or bites
• Antihistamines for allergic reactions
• Antiseptic
• Bandages, gauze and plasters
• Burn dressing
• Calamine Lotion
• Cotton Wool
• Decongestants
• Eye Drops
• Heat and Ice Packs
• Muscle Cream
• Scissors
• Thermometer
• Tweezers

Remember to check expiry dates regularly, and if expired, to ask your local pharmacist to dispose of the medication in a safe way.