When All Hell Breaks Loose (85 page)

One- to four-ounce bottle of povidone-iodine 10%

Pain and anti-inflammatory medications, 50 tablets or more of each: acetaminophen tablets (Tylenol) 325 mg; ibuprofen tablets and aspirin, 200 mg. (
Special note about pain relievers:
In the case of serious body trauma, you will want the biggest, baddest pain relievers on the block. Many outdoor expeditions don't mess around with the realties of devastating mechanical injuries and remote locations. They typically carry Tylenol III, codeine, meperidine, and/or morphine. Check into the legalities of obtaining these and having them in your possession. Talk to your family physician, tell them your intention, and see what they recommend.)

Small bar of antibacterial soap or waterless hand-sanitizer packets

Decongestant—10 or more tablets

Antihistamine—20 or more tablets

Antacids—10 or more tablets

Hydrocortisone cream—one small tube

Antidiarrheal tablets—10 or more

Laxative tablets—10 or more

Cough drops—10 or more

Sunscreen—one small tube

Lip balm with sunscreen—one tube

Insect repellent—one small tube or towelettes

Powdered electrolyte replacement solution—4 to 6 single-use packets