Personal medical kit

Malaria prophylaxis
Ibuprofen or similar anti-inflammatories
Antibiotics – We recommend cephalexin (for wound infections, urinary tract infections) and ciprofloxacin (for diarrhoea)
Antihistamine – for allergies, insect bites/stings

Antifungal ointment or powder
Bepanthen or similar barrier ointment
Mosquito repellent
Sunscreen
Disinfectant gel for handwashing
Waterproof elastoplast – two rolls
Strapping tape – two rolls
Blister dressings – prevention and treatment
Band-Aids (waterproof)
Pocketknife – with scissors, tweezers, etc
Sports drink powder – useful for masking taste of purified water.