A list of essential medications with some redundancy to stockpile, feel free to recommend more! I prefer paper boxes with individually packaged capsules: easier to store, read and identify; easier to get through customs without suspicion *requires a prescription. Most of these are prescription-only. Underlined are wide-spectrum antibiotics. Hopefully your doctor & insurance company are understanding of your need to prep, or else use The Wellness Company (twc.health), or visit a pharmacy in Latin America, Africa or Asia, sometimes these are for sale in the open, or are stored behind the counter and can be purchased easily & inexpensively. Use only as needed, as little as possible. Women especially should use the bare minimum antibiotics. Observe closely after use and be mindful of side-effects. FOR TREATING INFECTIONS: -amoxicillin (Augmentin) (ear, nose, sinus, throat, urinary, blood infections, ulcers, tick bites/Lyme)* -azithromycin (Z-Pak) (pneumonia, whooping cough, sinus, throat, tonsil, ear, eye, blood, sexual infections, diarrhea, ticks/Lyme)* -cephalexin (Keflex) (respiratory, throat, ear, skin, urinary, bone/joint infections)* -cholestyramine (Questran) (eliminate mold toxins from digestive tract after acute exposure, helps with brain fog, headache)* -ciprofloxacin (Cipro) (diarrhea/digestive, urinary, sexual, eye, ear, bone/joint infections, bite wounds, anthrax, plague)* -ciprofloxacin or other floxacin or micin eye drops for eye infections/conjunctivitis* -ofloxacin ear drops for ear infections* -doxycycline (skin, sexual, respiratory, eye, gum infections, parasites, ticks/Lyme/spotted fever, anthrax, plague, tularemia)* -fluconazole (Diflucan) (antifungal for systemic/blood infections, thrush, yeast infections) -hydroxychloroquine (malaria, lupus, rheumatoid, respiratory diseases, viruses, covid)* -itroconazole (Sporanax) (antifungal for pulmonary or sinus mold infections)* -ivermectin (anti-parasitic: worms, lice, scabies, helps with covid too)* -metronidazole (Flagyl) (skin ulcers, infected bites/wounds, meningitis, dental, gum, blood infections, ulcers, parasites, bone/joint infections, tetanus, bacterial vaginosis, trichomoniasis)* -oseltamivir (Tamiflu) (antiviral for influenza, bird flu)* -trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (diarrhea, shigella, toxoplasmosis, gastrointestinal, respiratory, skin, ear, urinary infections)* FOR FLARE-UPS & EMERGENCIES: -budesonide (steroid, inflammation of throat, skin, digestive system & from allergies, asthma, COPD, autoimmune) prescription required for pills, inhaler & cream, not nasal spray for allergies* -dexamethasone (steroid, inflammation from allergies, asthma, autoimmune/lupus/rheumatoid, skin conditions)* -methylprednisolone (Medrol) (similar, inflammation from allergies, asthma, autoimmune, gastrointestinal, skin conditions)* -valacyclovir (Valtrex) (cold sores, shingles, herpes antiviral)* -albuterol (ProAir inhaler) (for short breath, wheezing, tightness from asthma, COPD) -epinephrine (EpiPen auto-injector) (for anaphylactic shock from allergies: swelling, difficulty breathing, low blood pressure)* -glucose powder melts (Glucose SOS) (for low blood sugar) -potassium iodide pills for radiation exposure and iodine deficiency FOR RELIEVING SYMPTOMS WITH A PRESCRIPTION: -cyclobenzaprine (Flexeril) (muscle relaxant, reduce pain and spasms, improve mobility)* -diclofenac (Voltaren) (reduce pain, swelling for arthritis, muscle injuries, migraines) prescription required for pills* -montelukast (Singulair) (allergy or asthma related airway inflammation, including from mold)* -ondansetron (Zofran) (extreme nausea and excessive vomiting)* -scopolamine (motion sickness, nausea)* FOR RELIEVING SYMPTOMS WITHOUT A PRESCRIPTION: -acetaminophen (Tylenol or Excedrin esp. for headaches) (pain relief) -bisacodyl (Dulcolax) (laxative to relieve constipation) -calcium carbonate (Tums) (acid reflux, heartburn, indigestion) -dimenhydrinate (Dramamine) or meclizine (motion sickness, vertigo, dizziness, nausea, vomiting) -diphenhydramine (Bendaryl) (allergies, swelling, hives) -docusate sodium (Colace) (non-laxative stool softener) -ibuprofen (Advil or Motrin) or naproxen sodium (Aleve) (NSAID pain relief) -fluticasone (Flonase nasal spray) (sinus inflammation, congestion, nasal allergies) -loperamide (Imodium) (diarrhea, upset stomach) I always carry some -bismuth subsalicylate (Kaopectate, Pepto-Bismol) (diarrhea, upset stomach) -melatonin (helps with sleeping) -Ricola (candy, I like them for relieving sore throats) OTHER SUBSTANCES & TOPICAL CREAMS: -liquid skin glue -styptic powder to control excessive bleeding -benzocaine (Orajel) (mouth sores, gum irritation, toothaches) -mupirocin (Centany) (wounds, burns, dermatitis, lesions, skin infections)* -triamcinolone (inflammation, itching, eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis)*
Great list! I'd just suggest a couple more that I've found indispensable. Clove oil is magical stuff if you have a dry socket after a tooth extraction. Pack a piece of string soaked in the oil into the cavity. A little goes a long way and the relief is instant. Meclizine* for vertigo.
I make my own colloidal silver, good for both internal and external issues due to bacterial infections or the lack of an immune system. I made kits for my family so the can make their own.
Hydrogen peroxide. Witch hazel. Triple antibiotic ointment. Rubbing alcohol. Topical iodine. Nascent iodine. Salt. (you can buy bulk quantities at the local feed/agra store)
That's interesting about the clove oil, I didn't know that. You can also do an oil pull if you have an infection, an ancient antiseptic remedy somewhat like hydrogen peroxide but more pleasant, fill your mouth with liquid coconut oil, it becomes liquid at around 80F. (at room temperature coconut oil is solid like a candle) Then hold it in your mouth, swish it especially over an infected cavity for as long as possible, as you do other things. Then spit it outside somewhere, NOT down a drain, and don't swallow it. (I have not done it but a friend has and it worked for her)
For what it is worth, you are allowed to bring into the USA 90 days' worth of any medicine so...if you are visiting some place overseas and don't need a prescription, just buy over the counter, then stock up on antibiotics. Perfectly legal.
yer part right, ya still must comply wid FDA plus DEA plus CBP regulations FDA Approval: The medication must either be approved by the FDA for use in the U.S. or meet the criteria of the FDA's Personal Importation Policy for unapproved drugs under specific circumstances. Original Container: Always keep your medications in their original, labeled containers. Doctor's Documentation: You must have a prescription or a letter from your physician stating the medication is necessary for your physical well-being and that it is being used under a doctor's direction. Personal Use Quantity: The amount of medication you bring should generally not exceed what an individual would use for personal medical treatment, often a 90-day supply. Written Statement: You may need to provide a written affirmation that the product is for your personal use, not for commercial distribution. Declaration: Declare all medicines and similar products to CBP. Controlled Substances: Medications on the DEA's controlled substance list are subject to strict prohibitions and penalties. Important Considerations Quality and Safety: Medications purchased from other countries may not have undergone the same safety and quality monitoring as those sold in the U.S., posing risks. Unapproved Drugs: It is illegal to import unapproved foreign drugs for personal use unless they meet the strict criteria of the FDA's Personal Importation Policy. Documentation: Carrying documentation is critical, especially if your medications are not in their original containers. Check with CBP: Always check for updated requirements with U.S. Customs and Border Protection before traveling. Placement on Plane: Keep essential medications in your carry-on bag for immediate access. For detailed information, refer to the official websites of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and the FDA.
Strangely, the wife just got back from Central Asia last night, her mother passed away, and she had to settle some issues. Thankfully she won't need to be going there now ever year or two - thank goodness. She brought back a load of antibiotics, made in India, Russia and probably some from China. Customs didn't bat an eye, just looked at them and waved her through. Don't get me wrong, you cannot bring suitcases filled but you can bring enough for 90 days. Americans seem to think that medicine needs to be made within the states to ensure quality; however, these pharmaceutical companies are international, and they service billions of people throughout the world with the exact same medicines. It's just more cost effective to make it in these other countries. What I am saying is, yes, that is possible, but I've never seen or heard of a 'quality' issue during all my years abroad. Sometimes I wonder if this isn't just part of the scam to get Americans to pay more for their medicines...especially since most of it isn't made in the America anymore anyway. LOL!
