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**Ibuprofen (such as Advil) - anti-inflammatory, often more effective that acetaminophen
**Ibuprofen (such as Advil) - anti-inflammatory, often more effective that acetaminophen
**[[Naproxen]] (such as Aleve) - similar to ibuprofen, but stronger and longer lasting
**[[Naproxen]] (such as Aleve) - similar to ibuprofen, but stronger and longer lasting
**[[Aspirin]] - one 300mg Aspirin tablet may be given to a patient suffering a [[myocardial infarction|heart attack]], to be chewed slowly.
**Aspirin - one 300mg Aspirin tablet may be given to a patient suffering a [[myocardial infarction|heart attack]], to be chewed slowly.
*Antihistamines - can treat allergies and allergic reactions, including life-threatening [[anaphylactic shock]]. Although OTC (over-the-counter) medications are far less effective at treating anaphylaxis than epinephrine or prescription drugs, they are much better than nothing and can be potentially life saving, and therefore may be the most valuable medication in a first aid kit.
*Antihistamines - can treat allergies and allergic reactions, including life-threatening [[anaphylactic shock]]. Although OTC (over-the-counter) medications are far less effective at treating anaphylaxis than epinephrine or prescription drugs, they are much better than nothing and can be potentially life saving, and therefore may be the most valuable medication in a first aid kit.
**[[diphenhydramine]] (brand name Benadryl)
**[[diphenhydramine]] (brand name Benadryl)
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