Here is a list of useful items to keep at home locked away or well out of reach from children. They can be obtained from your local chemist and are all quite cheap.

Soluble Aspirin or Paracetamol Tablets
For adults and older children (over 12), good for headaches, sore throats and painful bruises.

Paracetamol Mixture (Calpol or Disprol)
For pain relief in younger children over three months.

Imodium
To ease diarrhoea.

Piriton
To ease insect bites.

Menthol Crystals
Add to hot water to make steam inhalations for treating catarrh, dry painful coughs and colds.

Antiseptic Solutions
One teaspoon diluted in water for cleaning cuts and bruises.

Calamine Lotion
For dabbing on insect bites, stings and sunburn.

3” Wide Dressings
For sprains and bruised joints.