Top products from r/firstaid
We found 4 product mentions on r/firstaid. We ranked the 4 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
1. First Aid Only 299 Piece All-Purpose First Aid Kit (FAO-442)
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Contains 299 essential first aid supplies for treating minor aches and injuriesIdeal for home, travel and on the go useCompact case measures 9.25" x 2.875" x 7"Case color may vary based on availabilityClear plastic pockets for organization and easy access to first aid supplies in an emergency
2. Think Safe IP01a Cold Pack, 4" W x 5" H,packaging may vary, (Pack of 12)
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Maintains temperature;Quick cooling;Immediate first aid treatment for contusions, sprains, abrasions and other minor injuries.Lasts 10-15 minutesFits in any first aid kit
I'm currently building my own first aid kit. I found it's best to go out and make your own kit.
That being said I found this kit to be a good start. Then add what other things you think of.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000069EYA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_e2uEi3ujTvX85
Things I added were a tourniquet, a sam splint, a small maglight with batteries, toilet paper, a little food like trail mix, bottled water, tums, scissors, a good multi tool. But that's all up to you. Whatever you add make sure you understand how to use it.
Now here is a post I just made. Don't take it as a must have, or even a should have. I am just sharing what I have in my kit. And things I wanted, and know how to use. It also isn't complete. https://www.reddit.com/r/firstaid/comments/5tde37/this_is_my_first_aid_kit_in_the_making_so_please/
Fabric sports tape would be great for this situation. Its strong and has a strong adherence. Doesn't have to be this exact one but something similar.
They were twelve for $9.00 free shipping.
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B004NG8V3U/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
While you're correct, calcium plays a part in the clotting cascade, the effects you'd like see from adding calcium to your life would probably be kidney stones, abdominal pain, and delerium. Ethanol also discourages platelet aggregation. Ask any wine enthusiast.
Do you straight shave? You could try using a common styptic pencil, but that works by contracting skin, not blood vessels, and furthermore, it burns a lot.
I understand your frustration. When not life-threatening (nor even a little worrying) bleeding is annoying. But this is the price one pays for a lesser-likelihood of clots, which, I would argue, is a great benefit!