First Aid Supplies that You Should Keep at Your Home - Why?

 Every one of us should have a minimum knowledge of First Aid so that in case of an emergency we can be of any help to avoid severe incidents. But only knowing about first aid is not just enough. We should always keep first aid supplies with us at home. At home, we often might hurt ourselves or any other family members by accident. 

Keeping emergency medicine and supplies will help us to attend to these kinds of scenarios immediately before getting medical help from outside. So, for some medical supplies, you should always keep a stock in your first aid box. But the question is which medical supplies should be kept in the first aid box? If you are confused then don't worry as we are here to help you.

 Which First Aid Supplies You Should Keep at Home and Why?

Here we are going to let you know about different first aid supplies that every one of us should keep at home.

• Bandages

Sometimes you may get small cuts or wounds on different body parts. For treating this kind of minor cuts and wounds you can use adhesive Bandages to keep the place dry and untouched from dust particles. But before applying it, you should always clean your wounds properly. 

• Sterile Gauze Dressings of Different Sizes

Now, if your wound is not minor then how will you treat it before going to a doctor? There are gauze dressings available in different sizes. You can use them to treat your wound after cleaning your wound.

• Seizure

A small seizure should always be there in your first aid box to cut Gauze and other supplies when necessary. 

• Cotton

The most important first aid kit is Cotton. We need cotton for various purposes. To clean the wound, to apply medicine, to be used with gauze dressings etc. So it is a must. 

• Triangular Bandages

In case you have dislocated your arm or got any injury in your elbow, then this particular bandage must be used to treat your dislocated hand, before you reach for a medical checkup. 

• Antibacterial Liquid

There are good antibacterial liquids available in medical shops which you must collect for your first aid box. When you or any of your family members get hurt and injured themselves, you have to treat their wounds or cuts with antibacterial liquids first. Cleaning the wound with antibacterial liquids will help you to avoid infection. 

• Antiseptic Cream

Now, what will you do after cleaning the wound? You need an antiseptic Cream to apply over the cut or would to make it heal quicker. So, yeah, you need an antiseptic Cream in your first aid box too. 

• Ointment for Inflammation or Burn Injuries 

Another very important and useful first aid supply of all time is an ointment for Inflammation or burn injuries. This ointment should be used in case you have caused any injury from fire or heat. Women used to work in the kitchen and they sometimes hurt themselves by heat or fire. This ointment can help to ease the pain. Also, you can have blisters by wearing new shoes or walking too much. Inflammation ointment is the perfect solution to treat this problem.

• Pain Relief Cream/ Spray

Sudden twisting of the legs or any internal injuries in our other body parts due to falls or any sort of accidents are always painful and it takes a long time to heal. In such scenarios, before reaching the doctor we can apply pain relief cream/ spray to the injured area to decrease the sharp pain. 

• Crepe Bandage 

Twisted ankles or any injury at joints can be cured by applying crepe bandage in the right way. That's why players of different sports activities always carry this kind of bandage as a first aid supply.  

• Painkillers

You can also keep some painkillers in your first aid kit for headaches and other minor pains. Any medicine shop will guide you regarding this.

• Antacids

Antacids are a very useful medicine that almost everyone has at home to cure sudden indigestion, gas, acidity etc.

• Medicines for Cough & Cold

You can also keep some general medicine for cough and cold in your first aid box. You can get help from a medical store to learn which medicine will be the best. Or else you can get some prescribed medication for cough and cold too after consulting a doctor.

• Medicines for Loose Motion

It is also important to have some basic medicines for loose motions in case of emergency uses at home. 

• ORS 

There should always be a packet of ORS in your box of first aid supplies. In case of dehydration, you can use it before visiting the doctor. 

• Prescribed Medication if Any 

Also, if you have elderly people or children at your home, it is very important that you always keep stock of the prescribed medication to be used in case of emergency. 

Conclusion 

Apart from the medicines and equipment s for dressings, there are a lot more things that you can keep in your first aid kit. We have only mentioned the items that you require most. But one thing you should always remember is that first aid is the primary treatment that you can give to someone to prevent severe damage. Seeking medical advice after having first aid is extremely necessary to determine the intensity of the wound. Also, you can consult your doctor to learn more about emergency first aid supplies that you can keep. 

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