12 OTC Meds To Get While You Still Can

When the grid goes down, having these readily available OTC meds could make a profound difference to ensure your survival. In this video, we'll cover 12 categories of medications you can get buy right now. Sign up at bit.ly/34futCW to get member-specific content in our weekly newsletter.
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Pain relief
Naproxen: amzn.to/3fnAsuB
Ibuprofen: amzn.to/2SCyL3m
Acetaminophen: amzn.to/3oZMbD0
Aspirin: amzn.to/3hYREZk
Topical pain & itch relievers
Capzasin: amzn.to/3yRH8sT
Bengay: amzn.to/34rHM29
Arnicare: amzn.to/3bZlJUG
Mountain Ice: amzn.to/2QYj6ep
Aspercreme: amzn.to/3un2ta5
Gold Bond: amzn.to/3yIUZSc
Benadryl: amzn.to/3p3qFgv
Cortizone-10: amzn.to/3bYFwn2
Dawn Dish Soap: amzn.to/3usANAy
Burn creams and sunscreen
Zinc-based sunscreen: amzn.to/3wxq7C2
Zinc-oxide powder: amzn.to/3usXlRR
Aloe vera powder: amzn.to/3vvAaY6
Antidiarrheals, Activated Charcoal, and Antiemetics
Loperamide Hydrochloride: amzn.to/3frOIm7
Activated Charcoal: amzn.to/3bWDhR6
Pepto Bismol: amzn.to/3fq03Da
Tums: amzn.to/3vuZ7mL
Laxatives
ExLax: amzn.to/3uxaXv3
Suppository: amzn.to/3unf4dn
Antihistamines
Benadryl: amzn.to/3oXlGxU
Nasal Decongestant
Sinus PE: amzn.to/3c0jP65
Anti-fungal creams
Clotrimazole: amzn.to/3yHD3qU
Tolnaftate Cream: amzn.to/3uujKhk
Anti-itch and infection ointments
Cortizone-10: amzn.to/3yJ6fOs
Neosporin: amzn.to/3fopu8e
Mineral oil, petroleum jelly, and honey
Mineral oil: amzn.to/3oV2cK8
Petroleum jelly: amzn.to/3wzSDTJ
Honey: amzn.to/2SuoV3I
Oral anesthetic
Benzocaine: amzn.to/2RIoSkX
Clove oil: amzn.to/2QWXwqG
Medicated powder
Talc powder: amzn.to/2RHswLT
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[@watchandpray8918]

@Cyber Troll 😂😂

[@GeorgeOrwell-yz6zx]

My top OC meds list includes: Aleve Sodium Naproxin Tylenol Ibuprofen Fish antibiotics for my fish Antifungal cream Anti diarrhea meds Fiber supplements Mucinex severe cold and flu. If you need to function while sick this is a lifesaver While it costs more, I prefer gel caps as it is easier on the stomach

[@manictiger]

The main things I have are: Alcohol wipes, alcohol gel, alcohol, aspirin, gauze, medical tape, and tons of napkins and Gorilla tape (my preferred bandage solution, actually) Compression bandages and tourniquets Vacuum sealed in mylar with O2 absorbers and labelled: caffeine pills, L-theanine pills, Lysine, Biotin, Mk7 Vitamin K2 (supplements for meat famine) Also have a lot of fire-fighting equipment.

[@TheValhalla1989]

A lot of critical items are back in stock take advantage while you can.

[@dorothysimpson7040]

This may not work for everyone. When I stopped eating processed sugar and started using local honey as sweetener my hayfever problems disappeared. Worth a try.

[@erickmiranda2070]

Sugar is poison, look it up. It rots your tooth and the main reason for heart attack and many other health issues.

[@Patricia-sn9ln]

Thank you. Off to get some honey.

[@truthseeker5833]

Raw Honey has many benefits! Stay safe and healthy!

[@skittles1090]

Especially local honey is excellent for this, and supports local pollinators and their human business counterparts

[@jessmuniz7049]

Good organic honey will last forever and never spoils. good stuff.

[@breezybre2670]

Please folks....do not take Ibuprofen and Naproxen together as they are both NSAIDS so the dosage max and daily max will apply to the combined amount. The daily max is 3200mg . Another example of a similar problem is when cold medicine has acetaminophen in it . You take your cold medicine not realizing it has Acetaminophen (Tylenol) and then you also take Tylenol. The daily dose for Acetaminophen is 4grams or 4000mg. Be careful...overdose is very easy with NSAIDS (Ibuprofen and Naproxen) and Acetaminophen (Tylenol). Always look for the generic ingredients in your meds so you know what you are taking.

[@CT-ti3st]

The daily max for Ibuprofen is 3200, for Naproxen it is only 1000, if you take either it is a good idea to wait a minimum of 12 hours before a dose of the other. These are also prescription levels and not intended for long term usage at the max...follow the direction on the bottle per max dosage unless you are medically trained or can be monitored by someone who is. The first thing we see in NSAID overdose is usually kidney damage...the last thing you want to see during SHTF is you or a loved on peeing blood, wet do much for morale. Good idea to limit aspirin with NSAIDS as well as it is metabolized very similarly, a daily baby aspirin is fine but don't max Aspirin if maxing either Naproxen or Ibuprofen.

[@CT-ti3st]

Also the new current recommendation for Acetaminophen is 3000mg daily, changed a few years back.

[@jessmuniz7049]

First of all a cold is not a sickness and a cold is your body's way of detoxifying your system and when your food is not fully digested, it rots and creates methane gas. You need lots of live digestive enzymes to break down the solid foods you eat. Chew your food more to create more saliva which is digestive enzymes. All the food you eat has to be broken down to liquid form or otherwise you'll pass gas from undigested food that spoils in your system.

[@unlockshop1786]

@@madhatterglttrs2945 oh piss off, NSAIDs are one of the safest and most effective OTC medication types.

[@blizzygaming6192]

I've done this a few times and felt fine but I guess I was just lucky

[@imjonesy5239]

Remember that aspirin originally came from white willow bark. You want the secondary lining of the bark. Chop and dry. Once dried out, when you need to make some, soak overnight in just enough water to cover it. There are many instructions on line for making this tincture. I read lots of complaints of bitterness but I find it odorless and tasteless so try different methods. I can’t keep it when I make it because it works so well. Because it’s liquid, it absorbs really quickly.

[@humblewarrior6585]

Pine Sap is another God Given Nature Med. for cuts and scrapes and many other things.

[@vinlago]

And Meadowsweet

[@NoThanks-ot6yj]

cool Ill just grow a white willow!

[@christopherpeterson1400]

My spouse is in medical field,, but time flys and I would do this reminder quarterly on the calendar. Thanks for the reminder,, check your stock everyone.

[@timhoward7852]

Agreed, I just went through my stuff last week and was surprised how much was expired. I'm replacing now while things are mostly in stock again.

[@unculturedswine7993]

Not necessarily high on the priority list, but having some kind of lip balm can really help with any chapped lips. It's the little things like not having cracked/chapped lips that can help push you along mentally. Any petroleum jelly or lip balm is the best to counteract this condition. Staying hydrated and decreasing cold/sun damage to your lips is also important. There's plenty of natural remedies out there that you can find with just a little internet research.

[@derek3154]

Ya, chapped lips suck…don’t use it often but when you need it you need it💯

[@CityPrepping]

My favorite movie scene in regards to chapped lips: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qqOwgJSkhrZ8gJo

[@crawbag0311]

I have cat oil....fresh cat oil....

[@georgeg7840]

Lip balm has many uses in prepping, I use a variety which is hydrating and has SPF 15 as an ointment, sunscreen, ... The oil in it burns well and may help keep kindling dry until needed. Not well known south of the border: cold dry air (+ wind) will suck moisture out of your skin making you colder (like sweating in summer), rub some lip balm on exposed skin to reduce heat and moisture loss.

[@sleepy580]

Lard or tallow

[@unitedheartsamerica5924]

I swear by benadryl cream for itching from bites like fleas, mosquitos, fire ants.. Also caladryl ( calamine) with zinc lotion is a life saver for massive itching.. i once had fire ant bites between my toes. For 3 weeks i suffered with swelled toes, mad itching. The items mentioned above got me through.. Childrens Benadryl tabs can be taken and you can still function and not be too sleepy, and still get the systemic benadryl effect.

[@conniedavidson1807]

Use alcohol for fire ant bites. Stops stinging/burning almost immediately.

[@volt8399]

You can also buy your self a colloidal silver generator, which is antibacterial and reduces itches very fast. Also since you can generate them at home you are independent from benadryl supplies

[@OnusBones]

Although not technically a medication, in the OTC-medical category (often found in the same area), I would include dental repair kits, to replace lost fillings or re-cement crowns. Another item to include are preservative-free eye drops and ointments, to prevent and treat extreme eye dryness.

[@davidsto9064]

I had a filling come out before a trip and couldn’t get to the dentist before I left. I took zinc oxide powder and clove oil and made a paste..... once hard it brushed normal and the dentist needed to chip it out. He was actually very impressed with how well it held up. 100% with keeping these. I was lucky, I had zero pain and this was a very viable option..... I see people weekly that haven’t taken care of their teeth and are suffering. We don’t have an on call dentist and many times the relief the ER gives is short lived.

[@SavvyShannon]

And floss!

[@johnwick4257]

On our horses and mules that showed signs of muscle soreness, we soaked a wash cloth with Witch Hazel..wrapped that with a plastic bag (to preserve moisture)..then wrapped that with an ace bandage. Drip more WH down into wash cloth, as needed. Works wonders. Great to use on humans..the SAME way. Incredible cure!

[@TheActualLiz]

Good to know. Thanks!

[@hollywinters5792]

Witch hazel is great. Has many uses, even for hemeroid.

[@davidsto9064]

Witch hazel is great for many things. Used after birth to relieve discomfort on women parts, can help with hemorrhoids, skin irritation in certain circumstances, if it helps muscle soreness I’ll have to try it. Rubbing alcohol rubbed on muscles does the same thing. ( very caution for use on children or animals..... ie last resort and likely not a good idea) witch hazel is great to have.

[@southsidecarly7427]

Thanks for the great information!

[@sleepy580]

DMSO

[@janicew6222]

Teaspoon of baking soda in glass of water will treat heartburn quickly, corn starch will alleviate chaffing as well as any powder. Both used before antacids/powders were available and I still prefer baking soda for quick relief of heartburn, it is immediate.

[@CityPrepping]

Good to know!

[@kitty9392]

It is also good after severe diarrhea or vomiting to help replace the blood acid base balance quickly.

[@kristinecampbell5585]

Careful if you have high blood pressure, drinking baking soda can raise your blood pressure.

[@silversponge4259]

This is another reason I consider one of my most useful prepping supplies to be a vacuum sealer. I keep my prepping medications vacuum sealed with a desiccant pack. A change of clothes: sealed. Ammo: sealed. The applications are limitless.

[@SavvyShannon]

Nice

[@robinguertin574]

SilverSponge, is a desiccant pack like an oxygen absorber?

[@jacquiollard8784]

@@robinguertin574 no it is a moisture absorber

[@lisaclark6977]

A vac sealer is useful for a lot of things other than food, including important papers, birth certificate, titles, ect. Sugar, cornmeal,ect. Even clothes needing to be kept dry.

[@lesterforney6200]

Another item a lot of people don't think about when it comes to maintaining health is soap. Keeping your skin clean and also washing an area after a cut can go a long way to preventing deadly infections.

[@Snowmanatee]

AZO Urinary Pain Relief....when you NEED it....you NEED it! 🥺

[@jamesdoyle7888]

I just pray SHTF doesnt happen during allergy season

[@CityPrepping]

lol srsly

[@sgoredraw1455]

Faucis emails stated that any virus would only start at the end of allergy season and would stop before the new season started , so you’re all good 👍🏻

[@feargodlorib4711]

Benadryl tablets in liquid is good to have on hand. Are use the children’s Benadryl on my dogs since they’re low to the ground and always have allergies

[@Mike-yl6hs]

try some Cetirizine Hcl can get 300 tabs online for 30-40.00 well worth it. Its Zyrtec

[@donnaellison9752]

@Emily Shaw ba ha ha,

[@dianebrodeen3863]

Saline nasal spray is cheap and a great non-drug relief for nasal congestion/dryness. Also, nettle leaf tea stops an allergy/hay fever attack quickly.

[@katwilliams2950]

Grow it on the outer parts of your property. It's hardy, will keep things out, and while it has medical uses it is very nutritious, has a multitude of health benefits, and can be cooked like spinach.

[@irrision]

@@justice1178 I wouldn't use one of these after a disaster unless I knew the water I was using with absolutely clean. It's a great way to introduce germs that will travel into your brain and blood stream.

[@MommyMartinez9]

I would say get familiar with plants. The plants I thought were weeds growing in my yard are actually medicinal plants. Such as prickly lettuce which is a natural pain reliever , or the plantain plants are great for bug bites!

[@gailpatterson4442]

And dandelions. Not only is the entire plant edible, but the root is medicinal.

[@hdrider2071]

Yes yes yes i just learned about plantain and made the salve...works better than anything else on any skin issue i have tried it on so far ( eczema, bug bites,small cuts, unknown rash )

[@heartofdixieprepping4797]

Dandelions as well. I've been researching all of these lately. I like in the woods do dandelions are not available. I need to go to my son's house. I'm sure he'd let me take them of his hands, or from his lawn😉 I think I've found the lettuce plant but I need to contact a professional. I do need to start foraging. The process for the pain relief takes a lot of preparation but I want to learn.

[@heartofdixieprepping4797]

@@gailpatterson4442 dandelion salads too

[@mgd6087]

Big City - have no land or even balcony! Take walks all over the neighborhood and city. Look for empty lots and what is in the parks. Someone gave us a Nopal pads (hers had too many). Now as we walk we see the edible, useful cactus too.

[@LauraTeAhoWhite]

Another prep to add to a medical kit would be a herb garden. Every prepper should have a herb garden.

[@lisaclark6977]

I agree

[@silencedogood9747]

What herbs do you recommend? I have rosemary, oregano, creeping thyme, lavender, and sage. What else do you think I should add? 🙂

[@leonorhernandez7079]

Garlic ginger mint aloe Vera

[@bruceforster3709]

I am EXTREMELY fortunate. I have 18 Months of my Insulin!

[@christines3638]

1 Asprin, dissolved in a gallon of water is great when you water plants. Inexpensive insect control that also takes up very little space

[@charlottewest7280]

What does aspirin do for plants?

[@ltrax34]

@@charlottewest7280 I was told it keeps the plants healthy..

[@charlottewest7280]

@@ltrax34 I got to try that! My poor aloe Vera plant is not looking good, any suggestions would be appreciated!

[@ltrax34]

@@charlottewest7280 I'm sorry me personally use I just repot mines every 3 months and I only waters it once a week❣❣

[@charlottewest7280]

@@ltrax34 you mean your aloe vera?

[@TheDigitalPrepper]

Remember to do your own research and make sure you know what you're doing before obtaining and using these beforehand. Stay safe and stay prepared out there guys!

[@brokenneck]

Seriously, people don't do enough research and wind up harming themselves!

[@katzmeow1180]

I find it helpful to have an inventory of my medical supplies plus keep a cheat, cheat on each meds purpose and any concerns with said med.

[@TheDigitalPrepper]

@@katzmeow1180 Agreed!

[@tonyavanorden5421]

where would you recommend for researching different meds? I'm guessing if I simply go to the manufacturer website, they are going to say don't use beyond the bbd. A family member traveled to Thailand several years ago and was able to get many antibiotics otc that are prescription here, not sure with ones to trust or where to find the information. Thanks!

[@gailpatterson4442]

I made a "book", mainly for my grandchildren, has everything from cooking, hunting, and medical, to name a few. Recipes from the depression era!

[@latinaartista36]

To keep teeth getting infected you could also use a small amount of coconut oil with a couple drops of thieves oil to oil pull. I have used this many time to keep a tooth from becoming infected until I can get to the dentist. Swish in your mouth 10 -20 minutes, once or twice a day depending on the severity and spit out into the trash. It stops pain after just a couple uses and your teeth feel very clean.

[@bootmender]

I have be using (preparation H) for tick and mosquito bits for over 50 years

[@Oxnate]

Thanks for the Zinc Oxide idea. That was something I've never thought of and never seen in anyone else's videos either.

[@musicianswife8596]

I’d add dentemp to the list. If you’ve had a filling fall out being able to keep the hole covered until you can see a dentist can save you a lot of pain. Just make sure to clean the tooth first.

[@effiechenet]

That happened to me over a weekend with no dentists working...I used chewing gum to help(not when I was sleeping however)I will try your dentemp, sounds much better

[@RedRedux]

@@effiechenet it's awesome, I went over a year with broken painful tooth with dentemp waile waiting for the oral surgeon. Takes the pain away almost on contact 👍

[@truthseeker5833]

Also try rinsing with peroxide, it does help with pain and clean your tooth.

[@ifyousayso4229]

Vitamin C and complex vitamin B

[@AlfonsoVallarta]

Extraordinary video. Interestingly enough, most of what is mentioned should (key word) already exist in every household's medicine cabinet, and the house members should know their uses and counterindications. However we do not live in a perfect world, so pointing this out is great. I hadn't thought of the colour coding and will begin to use it.

[@KatheeRN]

A GREAT prep to have is meat tenderizer. For all kinds of bee stings. Put some in your palm and add water to make a paste.. or use your own spit to make a quick paste. Put on the sting and IMMEDIATELY the sting subsides and not even a red mark remains. Something in the tenderizer neutralizes the bee venom. They actually use it in the ER. I keep one in my car for family picnics etc. as someone is bound to get a sting or two.

[@the7HoffmanGirls]

Take care with clove essential oil to dilute it with a carrier oil. Clove is a hot oil.

[@gailpatterson4442]

Vanilla extract is al also good for toothaches.

[@GypsySoulSister]

Bag balm lasts a long time. Use it for chapped everything. A little goes a long way.

[@danielsaxon2206]

You can keep meds separated but together using a small tackle box and put different meds in different compartments. You can write dosage, indications and contra indications on the lid on the inside so when you open it up the info is right there and easy to see. Also, get a pocket pharmacopeia to look up med info.

[@CityPrepping]

Awesome, thanks for that tip. Just picked it up on Amazon. Thank you for that idea!

[@danielsaxon2206]

@@CityPrepping Glad ya found it useful!

[@all_angles8528]

Great vid + this comment section is a treasure trove of good advice & ideas, taking notes 📝

[@maxine2425]

And try to save up on meds that you have to taper off of. Lots of prescription drugs are that way. I'm not saying it's good to miss doses now, but anyone on prescription meds that cause severe withdrawals needs to think about that.

[@nrob450]

And anyone that's in recovery needs to think about any of these that could trigger addiction.

[@cherylT321]

That’s what l’ve been doing, taking my medication every other day...with no ill effects. I’m trying to stockpile it, just in case! So far, l have a year and a half saved up!

[@jeaniejbutler4911]

@@cherylT321 wow, thats awesome, I havent actually done it yet but seriously thinking about it.

[@cherylT321]

@@jeaniejbutler4911 Thank you.

[@jeaniejbutler4911]

@@cherylT321 You are very welcome...I hope your doing well with your other prepping as well..Its hard I am on disability and some things I just cant do money wise so just doing stuff here and there lol..

[@allyrooh3628]

I realize this is for OTC, but I always tell people to ask for samples every time you go to the doctor. They do sometimes have OTC, but having extras of prescription meds is golden.

[@J.B.1982]

An anti-nausea with an anti-diarrhea can be huge for infections that have you unable to keep down water with vomiting and diarrhea.

[@beachflower]

Love this method of recording the dates

[@TheActualLiz]

Excellent advice. I would like to add one more point about benzocaine/ ambisol. It is also useful for ingrown toenails. I use it all the time. Works great to numb the spot before pulling the bugger out. I imagine it would have similar benefits for all sorts of minor problems like cleaning out splinters and stuff.

[@jeaniejbutler4911]

I have used it for yrs for my ingrown toenails..nice to finally hear I am not alone. most people look at me like i have lost my mind when I suggest it lol.

[@desertfrog1581]

I use tea tree oil. It numbs the pain, slows the bleeding and help heals it.

[@hairofthedogs]

I'm updating my EDC and making a medkit for a family member today so this video was timed perfectly. Thanks dude.

[@CityPrepping]

Glad I could help!

[@docgalt2801]

Visine is a good one to have on hand for eye flush and seasonal allergies as well.

[@OnusBones]

Visine is terrible for eyes, as it can seriously reduce blood flow. Preservative-free eye drops are a better choice.

[@davidsto9064]

Visine can relieve bad symptoms, and does make eyes feel good for a short time. Treating allergies systemically with a non drowsy pill is better. Visine makes your eyes addicted to it and will itch to get the drug. There is a rebound effect with this drug. Just like over use of TUMS for acid reflux..... it causes acid reflux is over used or abused.

[@wavemakersdj]

Zatador is much better from what I've experienced

[@JMD621]

Use colloidal silver

[@JMD621]

@@OnusBones colloidal silver is best

[@julezee6500]

I didn’t read all the comments but caffeine in tablet form would be a lifesaver!

[@LeonaRiley266]

Thank you so much for this.I did forget about a few important ones to add.I also always have on hand a bottle of Peroxide, Rubbing Alcohol, Witch Hazel and Vicks Vapor Rub that I use frequently.

[@TheActualLiz]

Peroxide is good for the garden too. A cap in a gallon of water helps put more oxygen in the soil and can help treat root rot.

[@TheActualLiz]

Vicks vaporub is also good for preventing nasty smells from making you sick. I put it inside my mask at work all the time. Very effective! I imagine a LOT of the cleanup tasks after SHTF would be rather unpleasant without vicks.

[@tamaragrodsky6973]

Can't have enough Vicks.

[@DH___]

The only thing I would add to this is Talcum Powder. It goes in your boots or shoes and absorbs moisture which eliminates the bad feet smell as well and helping eliminate the bacteria in your boots or shoes. It’s super cheap, stores forever, and will help if you are not in a position to take the care of your feet.

[@privateprivate8366]

Higher end toothpastes like the higher end Crest toothpastes I fared better with, for a gum infection I had a couple of years ago. Most toothpastes contain sodium fluoride. But the toothpastes that contain stannous fluoride, get 4mm under the gum line. For me, clove oil and other recommendations were temporary fixes, for what was probably a bacterial infection. Toothpaste with stannous fluoride was the permanent fix. I haven’t had any trouble since. It may seem that something liquid will penetrate well but, perhaps, not. I’m not a dental professional, by any means. This simply worked for me, without a trip to the dentist and it took less than a week for the problem to clear up. No prescription needed and you can even find the smaller tubes at the Dollar Tree, when I looked, a couple of years ago. I don’t think it’ll fix an actual cavity. But, now, part of my preps is to keep this type of toothpaste stocked up.

[@rossyl.9887]

I an OTC lover. I'll add large and small pain patchers (i.e. backpain) and knee, arm, and back braces. I feel they are often overlooked.

[@PLeejo]

Lol. I've kept every boot, sling, support, brace, crutch we've ever had. Never know!

[@ckquarter]

If you are allergic to corn you don't want to use Gold Bond. Ingredients: Corn Starch, Sodium Bicarbonate, Silica, Fragrance, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Acacia Farnesiana Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Retinyl Palmitate, Polyoxymethylene Urea, Isopropyl Myristate, Benzethonium Chloride (245-055).

[@beadbird]

Eye drops are always helpful. Drops for allergies, drops for dry eyes, etc. Always needed!

[@chrismcwilliams3552]

Oil of oregano is a natural antibiotic.

[@liberator9248]

Yes 👏

[@j96rongway43]

That's a new one for me, what's the shelf life?

[@jeaniejbutler4911]

how is it used? I looked online but guess I wasnt using the right search words.

[@chrismcwilliams3552]

Used orally. Amazon carries it.

[@jeaniejbutler4911]

@@chrismcwilliams3552 thank you so much.

[@jbazan11]

Chapstick, ibuprofen, aleeve, Tylenol extra strength, vitamins either individual or multivitamins is good to have stock up. Never know what you will need until you need them! Always keep prepping! 👍

[@jacquiollard8784]

super glue will close wounds if you can hold the edge together while it sets - for bigger wounds leave a small opening for drainage

[@TheCrystalice4]

Yep - cheap Dermabond

[@carolynsteele5116]

Got a well stocked medicine bin with all that stuff. This might sound silly to some but there’s no way I’m going through the apocalypse looking like a warthog, so I stock plenty of lipstick, blush, mascara and hair color. 🐗 💋 💄

[@legionsarecoming4-u371]

😂😂😂🌹🙏

[@georgettelikens3455]

A "warthog" lol, that's funny!

[@southsidecarly7427]

Ahhh ha ha 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣I don’t want to be a “warthog” either!

[@aliciaragsdale3220]

😆

[@wendyparker7586]

🤣🤣🤣 me either!

[@heyeverybody5616]

This is one of your best videos sir. And that’s saying a lot!

[@wtywatoad]

Buy activated charcoal capsules. If stored properly they have an indefinite shelf life. Excellent for removing toxins (especially mercury) when taken orally, and helps to clean your digestive tract when suffering from a foodborne illness.

[@michelles771]

Ty

[@jimwright3465]

Probably a good idea to have plenty of alcohol and hydrogen peroxide

[@TheMountainRN]

Actually, those are 2 overrated. They cause more damage to wounds then good. The only place peroxide have a spot in my opinion is in a marine environment where it has small benefits.

[@fattyhaggs356]

@@TheMountainRN do tell

[@Kinjo2008]

@@TheMountainRN Hydrogen peroxide is valuable in gardening and growing food such as prevention of root rot, white flies, powdery mildew, early blight / late blight, improving germination, and supression of mold on seeds when germinating.

[@AllThingsConsidered333]

Brandy for bad colds and maybe a little sanity lol. Just a nip will do the trick!

[@ot505]

I keep a small bottle of liquid bandaid in my b.o.b. its saved me a few times!

[@ronndapagan]

Great video on over the counter drugs and very thorough in the descriptions of the different types of medications for the basic needs. Thank you for your research and time in sharing this information. Also great responses from the comments and added information to add to our preps.

[@TheUrbanSentinelChannel]

We've got a moderate stock of OTC already (many the exact same in your video) prescription meds luckily our Dr has been doing 3 month prescriptions and some items like epipens & inhalers we thankfully haven't had to use but we keep the refill script ready. All in all I'm comfortable with what we have and won't panic in a complete system shutdown and race to get Tylenol or anti itch cream while fighting thru hordes of ill prepared.

[@ngonigriffith1491]

Allergy medication. I absolutely need this and have some stockpiled.

[@maryrobinson4572]

Likewise

[@babylopez8979]

Benadryl causes severe allergic reactions. Just be aware

[@maryrobinson4572]

@@babylopez8979 I’m allergic to DayQuil

[@jeaniejbutler4911]

I have yr round nasal allergies, I have to take allergy meds every 6 hrs every day (per dr advice)

[@sherrieash9852]

I am on Rydapt therapy and cannot get this ahead so I have it in tough times. I have systemic mastosytosis and my insurance as well as the company sending my chemo (Rydapt) won't let me get extra to put back in time of need. I am also diabetic and can't get my meds for that put back and am not dealing with fatty liver. Guess I have to put my trust in God.

[@PLeejo]

Would be expensive but ask your doc for a paper script of your diabetic med, use GoodRx & not your insurance company. Just be sure to rotate! The cancer med is probably too specialized & expensive. That, as you say, God will cover.

[@LisaGrace]

I would add to your prepper's kit: the antibiotic Amoxycillin in capsule form sold online at pet stores for fish. I would also add a veterinary surgical kit, and Ivermectin (sold in tubes for 2,500 lb horses) as a parasitic preventative and also for C-19. Plus, pharmacies now sell oxygen in canisters. Add tampons to stop bleeding from a potential pole or bullet hole to stop bleeding, Plus, silicone patches to help heal burn wounds. A styptic pencil or powder for nuisance bleeds is also a good thing to have in your kit.

[@mgd6087]

Stick deodorant works like a styptic pencil.

[@jetrimble277]

Yeah. Let's get real. Ivermectin for sure didn't know about a fish antibiotics though. Unfortunately the only allergy I have is amoxicillin

[@jetrimble277]

You should make a video!

[@richgetz]

Anti Chafing stick. If you have to do a lot of walking and you are not use to it, you will really be thankful you picked one up.

[@BigSmashKing]

This is Gold! Thanks CP!!

[@collinE83]

I have a controlled medication so I’m sure if there was an issue, mine would be one of the first to run out. I started refilling my prescription on schedule instead of waiting until I ran out. Then I saved the extras, and now I’ve built up a month’s worth that I cycle in and out to keep fresh. The channel has kept me in the mindset of thinking about things like that, so thanks so much for this. Gotta get the OTC ones too!

[@cherylT321]

I’ve stockpiled a year and a half of my meds; like you said, just in case!

[@TUKByV]

This is the way.

[@gailpatterson4442]

I have a stockpile of my controlled medications, but I can't get additional meds for epilepsy. Guess I'll have to head somewhere cannabis is legal!

[@collinE83]

@@gailpatterson4442 Shouldn’t be but a short flight or car ride as more and more places are legalizing it.

[@AllThingsConsidered333]

That’s what I do with my meds. If I miss a dose too then that goes in the stockpile. I refill exactly when it can be refilled. Then I use up the older stuff before opening the new prescription bottle. I have just over a month’s worth now which is super. Also been on antibiotics off & on since 2016 for chronic Lyme. Every time the meds change I keep the leftovers and have a few months stock of those too if we would need it.

[@dickwhiskey8041]

Whiskey is an excellent cough suppressant.

[@DW-vi6kg]

This is true. The problem is, in order to consume enough to have the desired effect, there are these side effects . . . Or maybe that was the plan in the first place (cough cough cough! Cough COUGH COUGH! Wow, I need some cough suppressant right now!)

[@meshab6049]

So is raw honey

[@tinaballard9733]

@@DW-vi6kg Back in the south we always use Whisky, Lemon and honey for cough. Pineapple juice is also good.

[@melody7779]

Chris, God bless you!!!

[@CranberryCake]

From what I've noticed, painkillers are the easiest to get and most wanted! Antibiotics are also very much wanted also! Super helpful video!

[@privateprivate8366]

What I did, other than stock up on stannous fluoride toothpaste, as I mentioned above, is to stock up on animal antibiotics. While they’re not recommended for human consumption, they don’t require a prescription, in pet form. As one can actually die from an infection, I felt it necessary to have some on hand and I ordered 4 from WalmartPetRx. In a pinch, hopefully, they will be useful for both me and my 2 cats. Also, my doctor made a mistake of sending my diabetes prescription to the wrong place once. As she seems to like to keep tight control on writing prescriptions, I ran to snatch that prescription up, before it was canceled and now keep it as part of my preps. It’s only 1 month’s worth, but I doubt she’d write an extra script for prepping. All of these are kept in one of those airtight, photographic cases.

[@CranberryCake]

@@privateprivate8366 Oh, most of the animal drugs are only on prescription only where I live! Of course, some pet meds are easy to get here too! I personally have 3 dogs myself, 4 dogs in our home, so I find it essential to get pet meds! Thanks for the ideas!

[@jeaniejbutler4911]

@@privateprivate8366 My vet told me that animal antibiotics (especially for fish) are made the same way with the same ingredients used for humans. Look for the same name of antibiotics as you know are for humans. and they are usually cheaper.

[@privateprivate8366]

@@jeaniejbutler4911 I took fish mix once and became ill, although I’m not entirely sure it was the fish mix itself. Can’t remember what I took it for but, I did so, because I didn’t have healthcare at the time. Still, as one can actually die from an infection, I felt it important to keep some antibiotics on hand. I’m also creating some index cards which contain human and animal use information, to put in that case with them.

[@leonorhernandez7079]

Doctors can do a script for a 90 day supply, like when you go on vacation for a while

[@bryantdavis3710]

You really have become my favorite out of all channels I am subscribed to, for lots of reasons. I just wanted to tell you that.

[@Harleylady]

Great to the point video! Sharing with several. Be well and safe!

[@janeteholmes]

Stock up on laxatives. You could use them for trade as well as for your own troubles. When explorers were heading into Africa in the 19th century they were advised to take huge quantities of laxatives to trade and as gifts, as constipation was a big problem for local peoples. Any travellers with laxatives to share got a good reception!

[@Phoenix_Atlas]

The expiration date on meds is usually extremely conservative and they will last many years past it.

[@treksandpreps]

Expiration dates are just a tool to make people consume more. I’ve eaten tuna in a can that was 8months past exp date. It was fine still. Also have taken meds that are over a year past exp date and they worked still. All my stuff is stored in cool dry place. That probably helps.

[@totallyfrozen]

It depends. Some medications begin to lose potency after the expiration date. Will they still work? Many will, just not as strongly as they did before. As far as comparing canned tuna to medicine, ROFLMAO!!! SMH

[@jeaniejbutler4911]

@@treksandpreps ive eaten Tuna 4 yrs past date.

[@treksandpreps]

@@jeaniejbutler4911 nice!!! There ya go :) usually it’s good

[@unitedheartsamerica5924]

Cough meds were mentioned in comments- i grew up being ill with bronchitis alot.. coughing was uncontrollable.. i rarely get this now, but it got me thinking to add these meds to my stock.. 1. Basic cough med - dextromethoraphan (otc) 2. guafenisin (Otc) is a mucous clearing med (generic) and mucinex is a brand name. 2. Codeine (rx) or the synthetic form Promethazine VC or Cheratussin AC relieves cough (I keep the expired ones for emergency) 3. Home remedy for cough- hot tea w lemon / honey/ southern comfort. Make it to taste decent. Booze works, peeps! The idea is that alcohol calms the central nervous system and eases the cough reflex. When I was ill, I was a professional “cougher” and nothing would stop it. (Later learned this was a variant asthma i had) so that brings in the nyquil (otc) type med, or benzonatate (rx) for incessant cough. Proventil (rx) inhaler helpful. I am just listing these for your info, and they are not all required but if you are in need, these are good to try. Cough drops also good - menthol Halls - can help breathing in general and be a calming agent if having shortness of breath or anxious. Sambucol is a natural cough agent also good - can get in liquid and gummies. Hope you find this helpful..

[@laylahalgharib3150]

Mullein Leaf

[@southsidecarly7427]

Thanks so much for all the great tips! Lots of things we don’t really think about but are so bad when you are experiencing them

[@Hexsyn]

As a pharmacist I just have to say.... good show! Honestly I would recommend thie video to my patients even without a SHTF event

[@maryrobinson4572]

I just went out today and restocked on all my meds. Great video. Super informative and educational 😊

[@davidgibbons620]

Antibiotics, anti-diarrreals, wound cleaners and fever reducers are the first priorities. These are life and death. Then the oral analgesics, burn creams, laxatives, pain killers and anti-fungals. These can help you move from useless to functional. The rest is great to have but don't prioritize medicines that offer comfort from common modern annoyances over those that keep you alive. I don't know how many bag videos I've seen that have Chapstick, crank radios and fishing line but no Imodium. Too many preppers are fantasists, you have to have balance and medicines (and medical tools and reference books) are often overlooked. Food, water and defense are the trinity of prepping but many just go down the hoarding route on these exclusively. Sure, have a goal for these but then branch out: fire extinguishers, precut plywood to board up windows, do you know how to turn off your gas or water?

[@WisconsinPrepper_H2O]

DC electrolytic ozone generators are good for purifying water AND can make water into a sanitizing wound rinse. They need power but can bre run off batteries that can be recharged w/solar.

[@mgd6087]

I would add, make friends of all ages, skills and proclivities. Knowing who to ask for help can also be life or death.

[@honeybadger6127]

one of the best videos I've seen in a long time.. thanks for making it.

[@shootersresourcechannel642]

Great coverage of an often overlooked subject.

[@klah2u]

Iodine is a great stable antiseptic

[@katwilliams2950]

You can get a gallon on Amazon of 10% for $44 last time I checked

[@davidsto9064]

What are you using it for? Unless cleaning intact skin for a sterile procedure it’s not used often. I use it for catheter inserts only. It’s not used for wound care EVER. It’s cytotoxic and hurts new tissue growth. It’s really only good for prepping skin if you needed to cut it. Soap and water or saline solution is for wound care. If you had a bad cut and used iodine once it’s not the end of the world, but that’s it.... after that iodine shouldn’t be used.

[@landonhall1451]

Excellent video. I have an annual medication maintenance list and it already includes most of the items that you list here. Thankfully it will also now contain some new items. Thanks for sharing.

[@jacquelinejohnson7541]

I use garlic powder honey and gd bactira on my open winds it slow it works well

[@dr.y.joyharris-smith5222]

This is an EXCELLENT video! You have helped me to now plan my OTC preps. Thank you!

[@Nothing19800]

Got lots of vitamin’s Advil Tylenol pro biotic’s even other vitamins

[@sylviasanchez3685]

Tylenol is killing people. Also one should not consume alcohol. Research it.

[@paulp.l.4869]

@@sylviasanchez3685 In what doses... Careful with the increase in side effects. They'll tell you 100% more dangerous! But, when you look at the actual risk it goes from 1 in a million to 2 in a million, when taking absurd amounts.

[@Xithia]

@@sylviasanchez3685 All medication can kill you, it depends on the dosage.

[@bridgetsmith7029]

Elderberry, zinc, D3 help fight viruses.

[@bridgetsmith7029]

Several meds can't be taken even with sm amts of alcohol. Tylenol, anti inflamatory ie ibuprofen. Prescription meds like Valium 🚫 alcohol or grapefruit. Thomas Kincaide only 52.

[@Maria_Ps23]

I already had a med cabinet kit, but this video had great ideas for storing and alternative uses i.e. old cooler for storage and powders for burns I would like to know a little more about natural alternatives (herbs & flowers & oils) to treat minor ailments, what's an alternative for low Blood pressure I know cinnamon works to lower high bp. Thanks for the input!

[@cjsrescues]

Baking soda wash after poison ivy contact is what I use. Coleman mustard for stings, plantain plant for stings and bug bites. Homey as an an antibiotic topical, Dont for athletes footed for ringworm.

[@MsGreenmermaid]

Neem powder is antifungal 👍

[@boonedog1457]

A great video. Most people overlook these particular preps. They are critical in a TEOTWAWKI situation. Plus they are great barter items. Again, a quality video. Thank you!

[@LaurelRussellRanchGirl]

Some great info! Thanks again! I'd add: Antiseptic wound wash, antibiotics, alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, medical bandages in all sizes.

[@sharonsalyer4912]

Tea tree oil works very well for fungal infections. Compressed tablets will last much longer than capsules that have liquids, gel or smaller beads inside. So even though the liquid jell capsules work quicker I would suggest buying the compressed pills for longer storage. Liquids usually have a much shorter storage time. To speed up the delivery of a compact pill, you can place the pill between 2 spoons and press down to make a powder that can be mixed with water and swallowed. Won't taste good but will speed up the relief ☺

[@AllThingsConsidered333]

Or could just use pure essential oil. Those last years

[@marycrandell7917]

everything you said seemed to be spot on. I also store heat packs as well as ace bandages, bandaids, paper take and gauze/gauze pads. I keep 70% alcohol around and hydrogen peroxide. I have a store of herbal remedies

[@trishthehomesteader9873]

Good things to think about . I especially appreciate the consideration of natural remedies: zinc oxide, honey and aloe.🙂💜 I think I'd add in tea tree oil and (surprise!) the benadryl. Anaphylaxis is nothing to poo-poo. Thanks CP! 💜

[@johnkillen588]

THAT was extremely informative and probably the best i have seen on preping in this area. THANK YOU

[@southsidecarly7427]

Great information!lots of tips I plan to implement. Thanks so much for the video!

[@mysticswalk3086]

This is great information and thoughtful ways to help store prep supplies.

[@effeojnedib7208]

Epsom salts. That's one of my "go to's" and it stores well. I order herbs and spices from a company online. They sell ginger root powder among lots of other stuff, including teas. Turmeric and ginger root powders do a lot for me. Lots of chapstick. Voltaren works wonders. Besides Benedryl which you mentioned, I keep melatonin and other sleep aids, as well as valerian powder. I bought gel capsules to put the valerian powder in because that is some nasty smelling stuff. lol

[@thematrix3663]

Consider growing your own ginger and turmeric which grow well in pots. No need to worry about expiration dates. You can easily powder them yourself as well.

[@cbeehoney4953]

What's the company called?

[@effeojnedib7208]

@@cbeehoney4953 Monterey Bay Spice Co. I think it's also called Herbco.

[@ispysaidmylittleeye3489]

You covered my list and then some! Thanks for the advice!

[@anchorageprepper9008]

Really good video. Love the tips on using a cooler to store your med supply long term and the color coded stickers are a good visual reference 👍👍

[@CityPrepping]

Glad it was helpful! Great to hear from you :)

[@tinagingrich3039]

OUTSTANDING INFORMATION!!! Thank you again

[@lizmadson3117]

Thank you so much,great information ,for everyday too

[@meshab6049]

Thanks, this was right on time because I was taking inventory of my medicine stash today.

[@FrCharlesButler]

Great list, brother! Thanks!

[@absolutelyperilous]

SUPER awesome! Thanks for this! Very helpful!!

[@clarkkent4991]

Right on target 🎯!!!! I included a small dental kit with my medical preps. It’s not all inclusive but just something to help a person to manage in a shtf situation. Even if it’s a over the weekend shtf situation. I also included betadine in my kit. Great info!!!!

[@jessicapabon2105]

One of the things that I remember my parents using when we were younger and we would have a fever would be the isopropyl alcohol with Wintergreen because it would help cool us down while our temperature was high. Also Benadryl tablets and Orajel instant pain relief for toothaches and there's one that the first aid carries as well for tooth issues or just simply get pure clove oil for numbing purposes concerning your mouth, also Gold Bond 4 feet and it works. Baby aspirin, petroleum jelly... the last one is not a medicine but essential oil of pure spearmint or peppermint which is awesome when it comes to ticks and tick removal

[@vilmamontano9977]

Desitin is great for baby rashes, and for adult problems. I had a yeast infection under my breast, and used Desitin, it's great to have works faster, and it's like having a band-Aid on the rash, and protects it. Great video!

[@katherinerichardson2273]

Never thought of that I just use an antifungal and don't commit to the instructions so it never goes away entirely