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Question:What should a good home medical chest contain?
Answer:A A comprehensive home medical chest should contain the following items:

Paracetamol tablets

Paracetamol liquid

Charcoal tablets or solution (for overdose)

Lotion for bites and stings

Anti-itch cream

Antiseptic cream

Antiseptic liquid

Pseudoephedrine tablets and/or liquid (for nasal congestion)

Oxymetazoline nose drops

Menthol inhalant

Cough syrup

Antiseptic ear drops

Antiseptic eye drops

Sunscreen lotion or cream

Splinter forceps

Scissors

Triangular bandage (sling)

Adhesive dressing (various sizes)

Elastic bandages (wide)

Cotton gauze (NOT cotton wool)

Adhesive tape