Text by / MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Team compiled and reported
The last thing you want while traveling is to suddenly feel unwell—whether due to climate changes or personal health issues. Taking care of your body is key to enjoying your trip, as everyone knows. But how do you pack the essentials in your luggage in the most streamlined way, just in case? In light of the most common situations that occur while traveling, Scenic Spots has put together the following guide. A special reminder: if you really encounter health issues or injuries that are difficult to handle on your own, please seek medical attention. Below are six essential travel pharmacy and cosmetic items to make your trip more comfortable and enjoyable!
Asadaame lozenges. (Photo / MOOK Scenic Spots)
1. Asadaame Lozenges (ASADAAME)
When you hear “Asadaame,” many will recall its Japanese pronunciation, also known to Taiwanese as “浅田锭” (Asada Tablets). Its main benefits are soothing the throat and improving vocal comfort, offering comprehensive protection from the throat down to the bronchial tubes. When traveling abroad or away from home, changes in climate and environment can often cause throat discomfort, while dry mouth and other issues can be quite bothersome. This is when Asadaame tablets come in handy—whether you have a hoarse voice or phlegm in the throat, they help relieve coughing and reduce mucus, easing those uncomfortable symptoms.
Round box of Asadaame tablets. (Image source / Asadaame)
Asadaame is a brand with over a hundred years of history in Japan, originating in 1887. It has long been widely used and supported by consumers. It is made by extracting four types of natural plant ingredients—ginseng, ipecac, platycodon, and ephedra—and offers a mild, pure formula with a cooling sensation and no bitter taste. Carrying it with you helps protect your throat, vocal cords, and bronchial tubes, bringing peace of mind.
Saline solution. (Image source / JASON Sterile Saline Solution)
2. Saline Solution
Saline solution has the same osmotic pressure as bodily fluids and blood, with the same sodium ion concentration, and can be used to clean wounds. If you get injured while traveling, you can first use saline solution for basic cleansing. If you wear contact lenses, you’ll also need to bring along lens solution and saline solution for overseas travel, to avoid eye discomfort caused by unclean lenses.
Please note especially: saline solution used for cleaning contact lenses contains preservatives and should not be used to rinse wounds or eyes, as it may cause discomfort and irritation.
Band-Aids are an essential item to carry when traveling abroad. (Image source / NICHIBAN)
3. Band-Aids and Breathable Adhesive Plasters
While traveling, you might occasionally get small scrapes, cuts, or even blistered feet. In such cases, having Band-Aids or breathable adhesive plasters on hand can isolate the wound from air and external elements, reduce pain, and prevent the wound from worsening. It's highly recommended to carry them just in case.
Vaseline. (Image source / Vaseline)
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