Kid Care: Supplies
You can be prepared for common childhood symptoms and problems. Start by making a Kid Care Kit of healthcare supplies. When buying and giving medication, remember there are alternatives for symptom relief. Most symptoms go away without medication. Teach your child not to expect a medication to be the answer.
Kid Care Kit
Keeping basic healthcare items on hand saves you time, money, and worry. Many medications, even nonprescription ones, have side effects. Learn what the side effects of your medications are. And always store medications out of the reach of children. Make sure your Kid Care Kit contains the supplies listed below.
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Thermometer
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Acetaminophen (For fever, pain, or swelling)
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Ibuprofen (Talk to your healthcare provider before giving ibuprofen to children under 1 year of age)
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Decongestant (Talk to your healthcare provider before giving decongestants to children under 2)
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Antihistamine (Talk to your healthcare provider before giving antihistamines to children under 2)
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Hydrogen peroxide
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Adhesive bandages
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Insect repellent (To protect against insects and ticks)
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Ice bag
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Sunblock
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Note: Aspirin is no longer used to treat children and teenagers with chickenpox or flu. It may increase the risk of Reye's syndrome, a disease that damages the brain and liver and may cause death.
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