Spring boarding off of the daypack help topic, which OTC meds do you find essential to have in a daypack first aid kit (or any kit for that matter) and for why?
Off the top of my head, I go with:
Benedryl- Allergic Reactions to foods, plants, insect bites
Acetaminophen (Tylenol)- Fever Reducer/Pain Killer
Aspirin - (reduces heart attack risk, maybe)/Pain Killer
Pepto-Bismol Chew Tablets- Nausea/Heartburn
Immodium AD - Anti-Diarrheatic
Neo-sporin - Anti-Biotic Wound Goo (I think I should patent that)
Saline Solution - Typically sold as nasal spray or contact cleaner, but good for sterile irrigation.
Any others you find indispensable?