{"id":2150,"date":"2026-04-16T13:47:01","date_gmt":"2026-04-16T11:47:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blackout-ready.de\/?p=2150"},"modified":"2026-04-20T12:48:35","modified_gmt":"2026-04-20T10:48:35","slug":"home-emergency-medicine-cabinet-what-really-belongs-inside","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blackout-ready.de\/en\/home-emergency-medicine-cabinet-what-really-belongs-inside\/","title":{"rendered":"Home Emergency Medicine Cabinet: What Really Belongs Inside"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>During a blackout, pharmacies are often closed or unreachable. Ambulances are overwhelmed. Hospitals are running on emergency operations. Anyone who gets sick or injured then needs to be able to help themselves.<\/p>\n\n\n<p>This list shows you what belongs in a well-stocked home emergency medicine cabinet.<\/p>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bandages and Wound Care<\/h2>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u2610 Adhesive bandages in various sizes (at least 30\u201350 pieces)<\/li>\n\n\n<li>\u2610 Wound dressings \/ sterile gauze pads (5\u00d75cm, 10\u00d710cm)<\/li>\n\n\n<li>\u2610 Gauze bandages (5cm and 10cm wide)<\/li>\n\n\n<li>\u2610 Elastic bandages (for sprains)<\/li>\n\n\n<li>\u2610 Triangular bandage (arm sling, improvised dressing)<\/li>\n\n\n<li>\u2610 Wound disinfectant (e.g. Octenisept or Betadine)<\/li>\n\n\n<li>\u2610 Scissors (blunt\/sharp)<\/li>\n\n\n<li>\u2610 Tweezers<\/li>\n\n\n<li>\u2610 Disposable gloves (at least 20 pairs)<\/li>\n\n\n<li>\u2610 Emergency blanket (gold\/silver)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Medications (Over the Counter \/ OTC)<\/h2>\n\n\n<p><em>Note: If in doubt, consult a doctor or pharmacist. Always follow dosage instructions on the package insert.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<p><strong>Pain and fever:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u2610 Ibuprofen 400mg (adults)<\/li>\n\n\n<li>\u2610 Paracetamol 500mg (also suitable for children \/ pregnant women)<\/li>\n\n\n<li>\u2610 Aspirin (additional option \u2014 not for children)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<p><strong>Stomach and digestion:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u2610 Loperamide (diarrhea \u2014 important when water quality is uncertain)<\/li>\n\n\n<li>\u2610 Electrolyte powder (rehydration)<\/li>\n\n\n<li>\u2610 Activated charcoal tablets (suspected poisoning)<\/li>\n\n\n<li>\u2610 Antiemetic (for nausea\/vomiting)<\/li>\n\n\n<li>\u2610 Magnesium \/ antacid (heartburn)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<p><strong>Skin and eyes:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u2610 Hydrocortisone cream (insect bites, irritations)<\/li>\n\n\n<li>\u2610 Wound and healing ointment (e.g. Bepanthen)<\/li>\n\n\n<li>\u2610 Eye wash solution<\/li>\n\n\n<li>\u2610 Sunscreen (SPF 50) \u2014 important even in a summer blackout<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<p><strong>Other:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u2610 Antihistamine (allergy sufferers: according to allergen)<\/li>\n\n\n<li>\u2610 Cough syrup \/ lozenges<\/li>\n\n\n<li>\u2610 Nasal drops<\/li>\n\n\n<li>\u2610 Blister plasters (long walks during a blackout)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Personal Medications \u2014 The Most Critical Point<\/h2>\n\n\n<p>Anyone who takes regular medications (blood pressure, diabetes, heart medication, psychiatric drugs, thyroid, etc.) must keep a supply of at least <strong>4 weeks<\/strong> at home.<\/p>\n\n\n<p><strong>How to do it:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Request follow-up prescriptions from your doctor early (not only when the pack is empty)<\/li>\n\n\n<li>Print out a medication list: active ingredient, dosage, indication<\/li>\n\n\n<li>For temperature-sensitive medications (insulin, etc.): create a cooling plan for a blackout scenario<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Storing Your Emergency Medicine Cabinet<\/h2>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Store cool (max. 25\u00b0C \/ 77\u00b0F) and dark<\/li>\n\n\n<li>Not in the bathroom (humidity)<\/li>\n\n\n<li>Childproof lock if children are in the household<\/li>\n\n\n<li>Check expiration dates once a year<\/li>\n\n\n<li>In a solid box \/ bag \u2014 within easy reach, not scattered around<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Verdict: 30 Minutes of Preparation Can Save Lives<\/h2>\n\n\n<p>A complete home emergency medicine cabinet costs a one-time investment of $50\u2013$100 and half an afternoon of shopping. 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This list shows you what belongs in a well-stocked home emergency medicine cabinet. 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