Travel Medical Kit Checklist

Overview

When getting ready for a trip, having a well-stocked travel health kit can be a lifesaver in unexpected situations. Here’s a handy checklist to ensure you pack the essentials:

Basic First Aid Supplies

Compression bandages (various sizes)

Antiseptic wipes or solution (for cleaning wounds)

Sterile gauze pads

Disposable gloves

Adhesive tape (Leukoplast)

Medications

Personal prescription medications (enough for the trip + extra)

Pain relievers (e.g., paracetamol, ibuprofen)

Allergy medications (antihistamines, EpiPen if needed)

Anti-diarrheal medication (e.g., loperamide)

Motion sickness tablets (if applicable)

Cold and flu remedies

Rehydration salts (Hydralyte)

Antacid (for indigestion or heartburn)

Preventive Care

Insect repellent (with DEET)

Sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher)

Hand sanitizer (alcohol-based)

Lip balm with SPF

Mosquito net (if traveling to areas with mosquito-borne diseases)

Ear plugs

Sleeping mask and travel pillow

Hat

Personal Hygiene Items

Tissues or wet wipes

Travel-sized soap or body wash

Toothbrush and toothpaste

Sexual health protection

Menstrual hygiene products (if needed)

Specialty Items (Based on Destination)

Traveling to developing countries, remote regions, tropical climates, or high-altitude areas exposes you to health risks that are uncommon in developed, temperate-climate destinations.

Antibiotics for severe intestinal infections or for serious respiratory infection.

Altitude sickness medication (if traveling to high altitudes)

Water purification tablets or a portable water filter

Antifungal cream or powder (for humid climates)

Anti-malarial medications (if applicable)

Travel Documentation

Copies of your prescriptions (including generic names) and letter from your doctor

Vaccination certificate (Covid, yellow fever if required)

Details of your travel insurance

Pro Tips

Pack items in a waterproof bag or container.

Consider country-specific health risks (e.g., malaria zones, required vaccinations).

Check expiration dates on all medications.

Keep prescription medications in their original packaging for customs.

A well-prepared travel health kit ensures peace of mind, letting you focus on enjoying your journey! 🌍✈️

For travel specific advice have a chat to one of our clinicians.