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The medicine cabinet is headquarters in the defense of all things infectious and home of relief for everything from headaches to scrapes to minor burns. What should be in yours? Dr. Molly McBride of The Woman’s Place at St. Francis Hospital gives her prescription.
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Curad Adhesive Bandages They’re critical to stop bleeding of cuts and scrapes, keeping dirt out and promoting scabbing so that injuries heal quickly and well. Some are available with non-stick pads treated with antibiotics.
Benadryl This antihistamine is first in a triumvirate of medications to fight colds and allergy symptoms in kids. It relieves the drippy noses of children, as well as adults. It also knocks you out a bit so you can sleep.
Robitussin Part II in the kids’ cold department, this syrup eases scratchy throats.
Tylenol or Motrin These pain relievers make Part III of the kids’ colds defense, but they also help adults ease aches and pains.
Aveeno Sunscreen Use it always on the face and body to protect skin from harmful UV rays. “Aveeno sunscreen with SPF 30 is a great product,” McBride says. “The skincare line has long been the best, and so is its sunscreen.”
Advil Advil and Tylenol are both good choices for all-over aches and pains, even if you need to take the prescription-strength dose of 800 milligrams.
Mylanta When it comes to an upset stomach, heartburn or indigestion, “You don’t need to get fancy,” McBride says. “Simplicity is key.” This all-purpose tummy soother works well for kids and adults.
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