List of 7 essential medications to bring when traveling.

Báo Hà Tĩnh•28/04/2023

Below is a list of essential medications to bring when traveling .

Motion sickness medication

Motion sickness medication is very helpful for long journeys in vehicles. Depending on individual constitution and health conditions, symptoms can vary, mainly dizziness, nausea, and fatigue. Therefore, to overcome these symptoms, you should carry motion sickness medication. Some oral antihistamines such as dimenhydrinate, diphenhydramine, promethazine, meclizine, etc., are commonly used to prevent motion sickness.

List of 7 essential medications to bring when traveling.

Take the medication 30 minutes before boarding the vehicle to allow sufficient time for the active ingredient to be released and absorbed, and to take effect. However, the medication may cause some side effects such as drowsiness, dry mouth, blurred vision, etc. Caution should be exercised when using motion sickness medication simultaneously with paracetamol or ibuprofen, as some motion sickness medications may interact with these drugs.

Currently, there are anti-nausea patches available, which are applied to the skin behind the ear. These patches need to be applied to the skin behind the ear 6-12 hours before traveling by train or car, making them quite convenient.

Digestive medicine

You may experience symptoms such as bloating, indigestion, digestive disorders, diarrhea, constipation, etc., while traveling. Therefore, you should prepare in advance:

- Oral rehydration solution: Use when experiencing diarrhea, vomiting, or frequent bowel movements to prevent dehydration. Powdered form is preferred for convenience. Antidiarrheal medications such as loperamide...

- Medications for constipation such as: Duphalac, sorbitol…

- To reduce symptoms of bloating and belching caused by gas buildup, you can use ginger tea or medications containing simethicone in tablet or liquid form...

- Probiotics provide beneficial bacteria to the gut and are used to treat digestive disorders.

Massage oil

Constantly moving from place to place and engaging in outdoor activities can sometimes leave your feet aching. These massage oils can help relieve those unpleasant aches and pains.

Antihistamines

Weather allergies, food allergies, or insect bites are common problems when traveling.

Antihistamines in tablet or topical cream/gel form, often containing ingredients such as loratadine, desloratadine, cetirizine, or fexofenadine, can be used to relieve itching, rashes, swollen eyes, and runny nose caused by food allergies, pollen allergies, weather changes, etc.

Side effects of allergy medications can include drowsiness. Some medications require caution when used in children and pregnant women. Therefore, it is necessary to consult a pharmacist before purchasing any medication.

Eye drops, nasal drops

Traveling isn't just about sightseeing; it's also about experiencing many fun outdoor activities. Therefore, your eyes are likely to become dry. This is especially true if a foreign object gets into your eye, even a piece of mascara, causing irritation and discomfort. So, you should prepare saline solution for eye and nose drops during your trip, especially during transitional seasons.

You might also want to prepare eye drops for dry eyes, eye vitamins, medication for conjunctivitis, and vasoconstrictor medication for nasal congestion…

Fever reducer and pain reliever

When arriving in a new environment, the changing weather and climate can easily cause you to catch a cold. Therefore, it's necessary to use fever reducers and painkillers immediately to avoid disrupting your enjoyment. In the case of children, a high fever that is not treated promptly can be very dangerous. Some common pain relievers, fever reducers, and cold/flu medications include Paracetamol, Panadol, Decolgen, Amoxicillin, Cefalexin, etc.

Prescription medication you are currently taking.

If you are currently taking prescribed medication, be sure to bring your prescription to ensure you are taking your medication at the correct dosage. Imagine forgetting to bring your specialized medications for conditions like high blood pressure or cardiovascular disease. The consequences could be dire.

According to doanhnghiepvn.vn

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