It is a good idea to have first aid supplies on hand at home so that you are ready to take care of accidents that may happen.
Antiseptic medications are useful to kill germs.
Be sure to thoroughly wash the skin with soap and water to remove bacteria before applying an antiseptic. Aspirin or aspirin substitutes like acetaminophen or ibuprofen are useful medications to treat pain and fever that may occur with an injury or illness. Aspirin and ibuprofen also reduce inflammation. However, it is important not to give aspirin to children and teenagers as aspirin use in these age groups has been associated with a rare and serious liver and brain disorder called Reye's syndrome. Access Health, Inc.