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This is the first aid kit that I carry in my overland vehicle every day. I have assembled this kit over years of research and work in emergency medicine. Links to products are recommendations of products and brands that I have used. There are obviously some instances where there are more expensive or bigger name-brand options, your mileage may vary and you may see some benefit of spending more money.
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Trauma & Life-Threatening Emergencies
- (1)Tourniquet (CAT, SOF-T, or windlass equivalent)*
- (2)Hemostatic gauze (QuikClot, Celox, etc.)
- (2)Compressed gauze (wound packing)
- (1)Pressure dressing (e.g., Israeli or OLAES)
- (2)Chest seals
- (1)Emergency blanket/person
- (4)Pairs nitrile gloves
- (1)Sharpie
- Stethoscope + BP cuff
Common Injuries & First Aid
- Adhesive bandages (various sizes)
- (6)Sterile gauze pads (3×3 or 4×4)
- (2)Non-stick dressing pads (for burns/wounds)
- (2)Rolled gauze
- ACE-Wrap
- Cohesive wrap (e.g., VetWrap/Coban)
- Medical tape
- (10) Antiseptic wipes
- (1)Tube or (4) packets antibiotic ointment
- Burn gel packets or small burn dressings
- Blister care (moleskin, hydrocolloid, or Compeed)
- SAM splint
Medications & Relief (Enough for multiple days per issue)
- Pain relievers (ibuprofen, acetaminophen – 1-week supply)
- Antihistamines (diphenhydramine, cetirizine)
- Anti-diarrheal (loperamide)
- Antacid tablets (Tums or Pepcid)
- Oral rehydration salts or electrolyte tablets
- Cold/flu tablets (DayQuil/NyQuil packets
- Motion sickness tablets (meclizine)
- Cough drops/throat lozenges
- Broad-spectrum antibiotic (Zithro or Cirpo)
- Anti-fungal cream or powder (optional for damp/humid travel)
Environmental Needs
- Personal prescriptions (in labeled waterproof bag)
- EpiPen (if prescribed or in high-risk allergy areas)
- Sunscreen (small tube or wipes)
- Lip balm with SPF
- Eye drops (lubricating and/or saline)
- Insect repellent (travel-size spray or wipes)
- Insect bite/sting treatment (cream, stick, or wipes)
- Poison ivy/oak relief cream (if relevant)
Support Gear
- First aid quick reference card or mini manual
- Trauma shears (full-size preferred)
- Tweezers (fine-point for splinters or ticks)
- CPR mask
- Headlamp or flashlight with extra batteries
- Thermometer (compact digital or disposable)
- Irrigation syringe (wound cleaning)
- Waterproof notepad + pen or pencil
- Trash bags or ziplocks (biohazard or cleanup use)
- Survival: Sat Phone/InReach, fire starter, water filter
Storage Tips
- Use a clearly labeled, water-resistant pouch or hard case
- Keep gear easily accessible (not buried in storage)
- Teach fellow travelers first aid location
- Inspect and restock quarterly or before each trip
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