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Pediatric Medical Supply Kit

Attention Treatments:

Thermometers - Preferably glass axillary, and If they are glass, keep at least 2. Glass thermometers break very easily.

Medicine Dispenser Syringes or Spoon Tools - With English Teaspoon and Millilter (ML) metric measurement graduations.

Acetaminophen - (Tylenol®, Nortemp® and other store brands)*

Ibuprofen - (Advil®, Motrin® and other store brands)*

Blue-Bulb Syringe (For nasal suction use)

Saline Solution (For nasal suction use)

Benadryl® Suspension Formula

Cough Syrup (Consult your physician for which type/brand to use; E.G. Dimetapp®, Triaminic®, etc.)

First Aid & Prevention:

Bandaids and Gauze Bandage Supplies
Neosporin® Infection Deterrent (Cream and/or Ointment)
Cortisone Cream
Sunblock (Over 25 protection for babies under 6 mo. old)
Insect Repellant (with 5% - 12% DEET for children over 6 mo. old)
Nutricious Food - Yes, you should always maintain enough nutricious healthy food (or formula) and clean drinking water on hand just for your child; especially over holidays or for emergencies when access to supplies may be limited.

*Recomendation: Maintain various types and brands of these fever reduction analgesics on hand.

DISCLAIMER: The information on drpaola.com is for general educational purposes only and should not be considered to be medical advice for your particular case . It is in no way meant to replace the advice of the licensed physician who cares for your child. Any and all medical information contained herein is not complete without a comprehensive physical examination; which is not possible without a visit to your doctor.