Worried about what they are saying? Here is a list of medicines you can stockpile if you want to, that might be useful in a disaster.

First there are some drugs that are over the counter to buy, and sometimes cheap:

1. Ibuprofen (Nurofen): Relieves pain, reduces inflammation, and lowers fever. Adults can take one to two 200mg tablets every 4 hours, but should not exceed 6 tablets (1200mg) within 24 hours. It should not be taken for more than 10 days without consulting a healthcare provider.
2. Acetaminophen (Paracetamol/Panadol): Alleviates mild to moderate pain and reduces fever. The typical adult dosage is 500mg to 1g every 4 to 6 hours, not exceeding 4g in 24 hours. It should not be taken for more than 3 days without consulting a healthcare provider.
3. Aspirin (Disprin/Anadin): Relieves mild to moderate pain, reduces inflammation and fever, and is used as an antiplatelet agent. The typical dosage for pain or fever is 300-900mg every 4-6 hours as needed. It should not be taken for more than 10 days without consulting a healthcare provider.
4. Loperamide (Imodium): Decreases the frequency of diarrhoea. The usual dosage is 2mg three times a day. It should not be taken for more than 2 days without consulting a healthcare provider.
5. Meclizine (Bonine/Dramamine Less Drowsy): Used to treat motion sickness and vertigo. The standard dosage for adults is 25mg to 50mg, one hour before travel. It should not be taken for more than 2 days without consulting a healthcare provider.
6. Antibiotic Ointment: Prevents infections in minor cuts, scrapes, or burns. It should not be used for more than one week without consulting a healthcare provider.
7. Diphenhydramine (Nytol/Sleep-eze): Relieves symptoms of allergy, hay fever, and the common cold. The usual adult dose is 25 to 50mg every 4 to 6 hours. It should not be taken for more than 7 days without consulting a healthcare provider.
8. Pseudoephedrine (Sudafed): Relieves nasal congestion. The usual dosage for adults is 60mg every 4 to 6 hours. It should not be taken for more than 7 days without consulting a healthcare provider.
9. Hydrocortisone Cream (1%): Reduces symptoms of itching, redness, and swelling. Apply a thin layer to the affected area 1 to 2 times daily. It should not be used for more than 7 days without consulting a healthcare provider.
10. Clotrimazole/Miconazole Powder (Canesten/Daktarin): Treats skin infections such as athlete’s foot, jock itch, and ringworm. It should not be used for more than 4 weeks without consulting a healthcare provider.
11. Omeprazole (Losec/Zanprol): Treats symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and other conditions caused by excess stomach acid. The usual adult dose is 20mg once daily for 4 to 8 weeks. It should not be taken for more than 14 days without consulting a healthcare provider.
12. Multivitamins: Provide nutrients that might not be consumed in sufficient amounts from the diet. It’s usually recommended to take one tablet a day, but it can vary depending on the specific product. Long term intake should be discussed with a healthcare provider.

Then there are the ones you can stockpile for animals that can be used to save life in a disaster:

• Fish Amoxicillin: This is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that kills a wide variety of bacteria. It is often used in fish to treat bacterial infections. Although it’s the same as the human drug, it’s not regulated by the FDA for human usage, so caution is advised.
• Fish Cephalexin: This antibiotic is used in fish to treat a range of bacterial infections. It’s chemically identical to the human drug, but not FDA-regulated for human usage.
• Fish Penicillin: Fish Penicillin is used to treat bacterial infections in fish. It’s identical to human-grade penicillin but not regulated for human usage by the FDA.
• Fish Metronidazole: An antibiotic and antiprotozoal used to treat various infections in fish. Although chemically identical to the human drug, it’s not FDA-regulated for human usage
• Fish Tetracycline: This is a broad-spectrum antibiotic used in fish to treat a variety of bacterial infections. It is the same as human tetracycline, but is not regulated for human usage by the FDA.
• Fish Ciprofloxacin: An antibiotic used in fish to treat various bacterial infections. Although identical to human ciprofloxacin, it’s not FDA-regulated for human usage.
• Fish Clindamycin: This is an antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections in fish. Although identical to the human drug, it’s not regulated for human usage by the FDA.
• Fish Praziquantel: This is a medication used to treat a variety of parasitic worm infections in fish, including tapeworms, flukes, and certain protozoa. It’s often used in aquariums and fish ponds. The human version of praziquantel is used to treat similar parasitic infections. However, while they are chemically identical, Fish Praziquantel is not regulated by the FDA for human usage. It should not be used in humans without consulting a healthcare provider.
• Bird Biotic (Doxycycline): This is an antibiotic used in birds for the control of systemic and local infections. It is commonly used to treat Chlamydia psittaci in cockatiels and other cage birds. Although it’s chemically the same as the human drug, it’s not regulated by the FDA for human usage. It should not be used for more than 7 days without consulting a healthcare provider.
• Bird Sulfa (Sulfamethoxazole and Trimethoprim): This is a combination antibiotic used in birds to treat bacterial infections, especially those caused by E. coli. It’s often used to treat respiratory, urinary tract, skin, or gastrointestinal infections. Just like other animal medications, although it’s chemically identical to the human drug, it’s not FDA-regulated for human usage. It should not be used for more than 14 days without consulting a healthcare provider.

Remember, while these medications are chemically the same as their human counterparts if you get the right type, they are not regulated by the FDA for human usage. As a result, their purity, safety, and efficacy when used in humans can’t be guaranteed. Always consult with a healthcare provider before taking any new medication.

Please note: Using antibiotics inappropriately can lead to antibiotic resistance, a serious global health threat. It is essential to only use antibiotics under the guidance of a healthcare provider.

I would suggest staying tuned for a post describing how to run free a medical model and download a free medical library like WikiMed to your phone, to assist with making medical decisions in an emergency.