Who wants to get stuck looking for a drugstore at 3 a.m. on vacation? Along with the swim goggles and lovey, don't leave home without this gear, says Takoma, MD, pediatrician Lavanya Sithanandam, M.D.:
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Medications your child needs for preexisting conditions (such as an inhaler or EpiPen)
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Fever reducer/pain reliever, like acetaminophen o ibuprofen (over 6 months)
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Antibacterial cream, such as Neosporin (to prevent boo-boos from becoming infected)
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Antihistamine, such as children's Benadryl or Claritin (for possible allergic reactions)
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Thermometer
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Oral rehydration solution, such as Pedialyte (get the powder form for easy packing)
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Bandages
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Nasal aspirator and saline spray (if you've got a baby prone to stuffy noses)
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Hand sanitizer
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Sunblock
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1% hydrocortisone cream (to reduce itching and irritation after insect bites or rashes)
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Insect repellent with a DEET concentration of 30 percent
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Tweezers (for tick or splinter removal)
