Although every guide on your trip carries a comprehensive medical kit, it is advisable to bring a small supply of first aid items for your own personal use. Base your kit on the following list, plus any special medications you may require:
- Insect repellent.
- Antiseptic cream.
- Sun/face cream and lip screen.
- Throat lozenges or hard candies.
- Anti-diarrhoeal drug
- Anti-protozoan. (Flagyl). Ask your doctor.
- Antibiotics. A broad-spectrum antibiotic. Please ask your doctor.
- Analgesics. Aspirin, Advil or Tylenol - for headaches etc.
- Moleskin or Second Skin for blisters.
- Diamox. Already discussed.
- Re-hydration salts. A small tub of Gatorade powder mix is a good idea.
- Multi-vitamin tablets are a good idea.
- Iodine-based water purification tablets.