What to have in your medicine cabinet: Paracetamol and aspirin (under 16 and asthma sufferers should not take aspirin)Mild laxativesAnti-diarrhoeal medicinesRehydration mixtureIndigestion remedy (for example, antacidsSunscreen – SPF15 or higherSunburn treatment (for example, calamine)Tweezers and sharp scissorsA thermometerA selection of plasters, non-absorbent cotton wool, elastic bandages and dressings. Please also remember: Keep the medicine chest in a secure, locked place out of reach of small childrenAlways read the instructionsUse the suggested doseWatch expiry datesDon’t keep/use medicines past their sell-by dateTake all unwanted and out-of-date medicines back to the pharmacy Back to Self Help Information Page