Travel Medicine Kit: UK Online Doctor Checklist
Educational information — not medical advice.
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Key points
- A small medicine kit prevents trips to foreign pharmacies.
- Tailor contents to destination and length of stay.
- Standby antibiotics, antimalarials and altitude meds need a UK GP prescription.
- Pack medication in carry-on with original packaging.
Core items
- Plasters, bandages, antiseptic wipes, blister care.
- Paracetamol, ibuprofen.
- Loperamide, ORS sachets.
- Antihistamine.
- Hydrocortisone 1% cream for bites/rashes.
- Decongestant for flights.
- Sunscreen, after-sun, insect repellent (DEET 50%).
- Thermometer.
Prescription items (depending on destination)
- Standby antibiotic for travellers' diarrhoea.
- Antimalarials.
- Altitude medication (Diamox).
- Motion sickness tablets/patches.
- Sufficient supply of regular medication + extra for delays.
Documentation
- Doctor's letter for controlled drugs or injectable medication.
- Prescription copies.
- Travel insurance details.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions UK patients ask about travel medicine kit.
How an online doctor can help
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