Here’s what I pack in my Travel Medical Bag

Trust me when I tell you, pack a travel medical bag. You will thank me later. Regardless of where you are traveling to, a well-packed medical bag is essential. The worst time to go looking for a pharmacy is after you already need one, especially when you’re traveling in an unfamiliar place.

No matter where you're going, it's a good idea to bring along a first-aid kit when traveling.

While I am a fan of packing light, I am also a fan of being prepared. So here is my list of things that I put into my travel medical bag.

1. Adhesive bandages/gauze/adhesive tape

2. Alcohol-based hand sanitizer & antiseptic wound cleanser

3. Blister pads or moleskin

4. Packets of oral rehydration salts

5. Safety pins and scissors

6. Tensor bandages for sprains

7. Thermometer

8. Tweezers

9. Any prescription or over-the-counter medication you normally use

10. 1% hydrocortisone cream

11. Allergy medication

12. Anti-diarrheal medication

13. Anti-motion sickness medication

14. Antibacterial ointments or creams

15. Cold and flu medications

16. Pain and fever medication

17. Stomach and intestinal medication

18. Ear plugs

19. Insect repellent

20. Saline eye drops

21. Sunscreen