What over-the-counter medicines should you pack for a trip to Europe?

Bringing essential over-the-counter (OTC) medicines can help manage minor illnesses while travelling in the EU. In this episode, we explain what to pack, what is regulated, and when medical assessment is required.

In this episode, we cover:

• Pain and fever relief (paracetamol, ibuprofen)

• Anti-diarrhoeal medication and oral rehydration salts

• Antihistamines for allergies and insect bites

• Motion sickness tablets

• Cold and flu symptom relief

• Basic first-aid supplies

• Prescription documentation for controlled medicines

• Differences in pharmacy regulations across European countries

• When urgent in-person care is required

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