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Broad-spectrum antibiotic — covers bacterial infections dental abscesses respiratory skin and ear infections. More effective against resistant bacteria than plain Amoxicillin. Take with food to reduce GI upset.

Reserved for severe gastrointestinal and urinary tract infections. Also effective for anthrax exposure prophylaxis. Do not use as a first choice — reserve for confirmed serious infections.

Covers respiratory infections (atypical pneumonia Legionella) vector-borne diseases (Lyme Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever Malaria prophylaxis). Take with food and plenty of water. Avoid sun exposure.

Corticosteroid for severe asthma attacks and serious allergic reactions when epinephrine is not available or insufficient. Short course only (3–5 days). Do not stop abruptly after prolonged use.

Opioid-type analgesic for severe pain management (fractures post-surgical severe injury) when OTC options are insufficient. Risk of dependence — strict rationing protocol. Not suitable for children.

Weight-based dosing is critical for children. Use the lower range (45 mg/kg) for mild–moderate infections and the upper range (90 mg/kg) for severe or resistant cases. Available as oral suspension.

Anti-nausea/vomiting medication. Critical for children with gastroenteritis to allow fluid rehydration. Wait 15–30 minutes after giving Ondansetron before attempting fluids. Available as dissolvable tablet.

Used for severe asthma in children and serious allergic reactions. Dispersible/soluble form preferred for young children. Calculate carefully by exact weight.

Anti-inflammatory pain and fever. Particularly effective for injuries muscle pain and higher fevers. Apply the Rule of Three: stock 3× what you expect to need. Avoid with stomach ulcers kidney issues or in 3rd trimester pregnancy.

⚠ Rule of Three applies — triple your estimate

First-line for pain and fever. Safe for most adults including those with GI issues or during pregnancy. Do not exceed 4g/day — severe liver risk. Stacks well with Ibuprofen when alternated.

Anti-diarrhoeal — critical in crisis scenarios to prevent dehydration. Do NOT use if blood in stool or high fever (indicates serious bacterial infection). Always combine with ORS.

Second-generation non-drowsy antihistamine for allergies insect stings hives. Safe for prolonged use. Keep at least 2× your calculated supply as allergy exposure is unpredictable in field conditions.

Primarily for cardiac emergency first response (chew 300 mg immediately if MI suspected). Daily 75–100 mg for adults with known cardiac risk. DO NOT give to anyone under 12 years old (Reye syndrome).

⛔ Never give to children under 12

WHO-formula ORS is superior to plain water for rehydration. Critical companion to Loperamide. Stock generously — cheap light and no expiry issues if kept dry. Essential for any vomiting/diarrhoea scenario.

Available as suspension (120 mg/5ml or 250 mg/5ml) or suppositories. The most important fever and pain medication for children. Always use an oral syringe for accurate measurement.

Anti-inflammatory and fever reducer. More effective than Paracetamol for high fevers and inflammatory pain. Do not use in children under 6 months or with chickenpox.

Give slowly by spoon or syringe if the child is vomiting. If Ondansetron is available give it first and wait 15–30 min before attempting ORS. Never give plain water as the sole rehydration fluid in severe dehydration.