A MOM'S In-house Remedies... (must have medicines at home)

Raising Tots is probably one of the most challenging phases of parenting. Countless times I’ve heard on the remarks about the “killer two” stage. But apart from the taxing role on coping up with the “high spirits mode” this is also the point where kids are highly susceptible to common ailments. Thus, it’s a must that we keep our weapons within arms reach anytime Mr. Virus or Mrs. Bacteria including any mishap makes an unwanted visit to our home. Through the help of our Pediatrician, we've come up with this essential list and always make sure our medicine box is complete with these “must have medicines at home". They’ve been so helpful and made my worries away. Somehow, parental paranoia is taken in control.

PARACETAMOL

– for the relief of simple headaches, minor aches and pains and reduction of fever

ITERAX

– antihistamine / anti-allergy; very effective for immediate relief of itch and irritation

ADVIL SYRUP

– antipyretic / analgesic; for temporary relief of fever, minor aches and pains due to colds, flu, sore throat, headaches and toothaches

DISUDRIN

– for the relief of nasal congestion and post nasal drip associated with the common cold, rhinitis or sinusitis

VIRLIX

– antihistamine, good for the “makulit” or recurring colds which might be caused by some allergies; some signs I look for in administering this medicine are reddening, wet eyes and runny nose

PHYSIOMER /STERIMAR (Physiological Sea Water Microspray)

– for daily nasal hygiene; it’s a natural product that allows gentle cleansing of nasal fossae and clears the nose from mucosities safely

FLAMMAZINE (antibacterial)

– good for minor burns

SYNALAR 10

– (anti-inflammatory & antipruritic) good for insect bites

VANDOL OINTMENT (vitamins A + D)

– soothes pain and helps healing of minor wounds and burns, protects skin from diaper rash

VANDOL CREAM

– restores softness and relieves dryness of the skin, normalizes and restores skin suffering from over exposure to the sun and other elements

VASELINE 100% Pure Petroleum Jelly

– for gentle removal of “dry crust” on the scalp

PHYSIOGEL LOTION

– for dry skin and for faster restoration of scars from minor wounds

SALINASE & DRIXIN

– for the symptomatic relief of nasal and nasopharyngeal congestion due to common cold, sinusitis, hay fever or other respiratory allergies

DUAVENT or VENTOLIN NEBULES

– if your kids have asthma like mine, it would be very helpful to keep some packs for first aid purposes

As an old adage will say, an ounce of prevention is better than a pound of cure. Accordingly, it’s better to stock up than feel sorry the immediate remedy is not made available. You’ll never know when the clock will make its ill strike.