This kit is well thought-out as far as the different items that are in it. Although 299 pieces is a little deceptive.
There are 196 Band-Aids, 50 of which are the tiny "Junior" Band-Aids. I suppose those Junior Band-Aids can come in handy if you have small kids. Not necessarily for using as Band-Aids but to give them something that makes them feel better. A small badge of Honor, A trophy to show that they've been wounded, even though it's superficial at best.
Also the ibuprofen Aspirin and Tylenol which are listed at 6 each is really just 3 packages of 2 each. It should also be noted that some of the medication expires in a little more than a year. That doesn't really worry me too much though because contrary to Common belief over the counter medication does not get dangerous with age, it just loses potency.
What I wish this kit had is less Band-Aids and was better stocked with the other items. The kit only has 1 trauma pad, 1 4x4 sterile gauze, 1 gauze roll, one burn gel, one set of gloves, and on... I mean if I'm really in a situation where I need a 4x4 gauze, only one is not going to do much for me. I guess I could always put 20 Band-Aids on it and hope it holds.
For the price I paid (under $12) being that it was on sale, I do suppose I got my money's worth. It's a good starting point for someone to build a kit. In order for it to be an excellent kit it will need to be fortified.
I bought this kit for my work desk. I'm pretty much the go-to girl for medical needs, and I don't count on the receptionist staff to keep the company's own hard first-aid kit well-stocked. This is kit is inexpensive enough that I don't mind sharing when something is needed.
There are a few things of my own that I added, nothing expensive, but to round out the kit. I share what I added to help anyone out w/ setting up their "ideal" kit, because no matter how good a kit is that you buy, inevitably something is lacking. Everything I added is easily found OTC. I added a packet of Dayquil (for allergies & colds coming on), a small box of anti-diarrheal medicine, 2 Naproxen Sodium pills (pain relief), a digital thermometer, a tube of Orajel (tooth/gum/mouth pain), a packet of Pepto-Bismol chewables (gas, bloating, acid reflux, etc.), a large waterproof adhesive bandage & an Ace wrap.
This is the kit I chose to buy for my grandmother, my aunt & uncle & my best friend, as well- that is how helpful & great I think that the kit is. For very little money spent, I have piece of mind that people I love will also have a lot of important first-aid pieces (which would cost far more if bought separately) readily available to them now. You can't put a price on peace of mind, knowing that what's needed in an emergency (or even just for a minor cut or burn) is readily at hand.
Below is a complete listing of what's in this first-aid kit:
Medicine, Antiseptics
*6 - Ibuprofen tablets
*6 - Extra-strength non-aspirin tablets
*6 - Aspirin tablets
*3 - Insect sting relief pads
*6 - Antibiotic ointment packs
*14 - Alcohol cleansing pads
*15 - Antiseptic cleansing wipes (sting free)
*2 - First aid/burn cream packs
*1 - Burn relief pack
Bandages
*75 - Plastic bandages, 3/4" x 3"
*20 - Fabric bandages, 3/4" x 3"
*30 - Plastic bandages, 1" x 3"
*10 - Fabric bandages, 1" x 3"
*2 - Elbow & knee plastic bandages, 2" x 4"
*50 - Junior plastic bandages, 3/8" x 1 1/2"
*4 - Knuckle fabric bandages
*4 - Fingertip fabric bandages
*1 - Patch bandage, 1 1/2" x 1 1/2"
Dressings
*1 - Instant cold compress
*1 - Emergency blanket, 38" x 60"
*3 - Moleskin squares, 2" x 2" (blister prevention)
*3 - Butterfly wound closures
*2 - Finger splints, 6" x 3/4"
*2 - First aid tape rolls, 1/2" x 5 yd.
Injury Treatment
*1 - Trauma pad, 5" x 9"
*1 - Sterile eye pad
*6 - Gauze dressing pads, 2" x 2"
*4 - Gauze dressing pads, 3" x 3"
*2 - Gauze dressing pads, 4" x 4"
*1 - Conforming gauze roll bandage, 2"
References, Instruments
*1 - American Medical Association First Aid Guide
*1 - Thermometer, one time use
*2 - Latex-free exam quality vinyl gloves
*1 - Scissors
*1 - Tweezers, plastic
*10 - Cotton-tipped applicators, 3"
*1 - Durable clear-pocket softpack.
I like to have a well stocked first aid kit nearby as much as possible, especially in my car. I bought a larger first aid kit with a hard plastic case to keep in my SUV, but I wanted another kit that was smaller to keep in my backpack wherever I go.
I bought this based on reviews, and I must say that for $15 this kit deserves a 4.5 - 5 rating.
With that said, I not used most of the products in this bag yet, with the exception of band aids and whatnot. They stick just fine, and theres lots of them. Keep in mind, this bag is packed for its size, yet still has a little room left for a couple extras if you so desire. Also keep in mind I wouldn't expect this kit to be all inclusive for a traumatic injury of course - but then again if you're expecting to deal with traumatic injuries, you probably shouldn't be looking at $15 first aid kits. So for what it is, this is a very well stocked kit for a great price.
Some additions I would recommend would include a set of nice tweezers and scissors. The included tweezers are plastic, and the shears that are included are very small and are in a sealed bag to keep them clean (I included a picture of these items to show what comes in the kit).
All in all, if you're looking for a portable first aid kit that is easily accessible, this is a great choice. It fits nicely in a large compartment of a backpack (where I keep mine), a large purse, or you could fit it in the glove box of most vehicles. I would also add that this is about the threshold of a widely portable kit; if you get a more advanced kit, you will often start to lose portability as the kits typically start getting pretty large. So this is about the best price/portability/product combination for the price, in my opinion.
The great thing about this kit is that it gives you an idea of what you should include if you were creating a kit on your own. Yeah, you could get a list off the net but if you bought everything separately it would probably cost a lot more for something you may not use very often except for minor cuts, scrapes, and burns. If you're anticipating some other injuries like a major emergency, look elsewhere. Like other people have pointed out there's a lot of bandages included. Combining these with the ones I already had, I probably have enough bandages to sustain an army. Even if you have a large family you're not likely to ever use all of these. But, they include several odd shaped bandages which are good to have around until you can get to a store.
This is a good starter kit if you're traveling or hiking but I wouldn't rely on it solely for the home especially if you have kids.
Not really cons but something to think about.
- I took the cold pack out and put it in a foodsaver bag and then shoved it under the seat of my car. Not sure how it will hold up to the heat in my area but at least if it leaks the bag should keep it sealed.
- I wish they had provided more of the odd shaped bandages
- no eye wash
- only 1 pair of nitrile gloves. Um, no.
- 1 survival blanket. Hopefully I'll never use this but if I ever did, I wouldn't want to have just 1.
- the expiration date on mine was 9/18 - good enough
- the tweezers, scissors and tape are pretty mickey mouse for a major cut but it's not likely you will be using these very often
- the most important item for me is antiseptic cream. There are only a few packets and there's only 1 burn gel pack.
- no sunscreen which is surprising
- I wish they had included a list of items in the pack. There's four adhesive square felt strips included. I haven't got a clue what they're for except perhaps holding gauze together.
Firstly, everything that was listed was in my kit. It was complete.
But it is stretching it a bit to say this has 299 pieces though. You have to count every aspirin, ibuprofen and non-aspirin separately. The gloves are counted as TWO separate gloves, not ONE pair. Even the gauze sponges (absorbent pads) have to have their layers separated to be able to count them as two separate sponges, even though it looks like just one pad per sterile sealed paper packet. You get the idea, technically it's 299 pieces, but few would count it as such.
The wallet is cheap, as are the scissors, but both work OK, at least in mine they did. Really, I am happy to give it four stars, because it is excellent value for money. The cold pack and the thermal "space blanket" for hypothermia / shock, are not cheap items on their own. So don't expect operating room quality items, but no where have I seen this comprehensive a kit, for this low a price. It is a good buy at this price, and I am happy with it!
There is room for you to add small tubes of anti-itch cream for insect bites, more antiseptic / antibiotic creams, etc. With a few of your own special additions, it is wonderful for throwing in your "Go" bag. The moleskin might puzzle some, but you cut pads out of it to protect blisters, or doughnuts to pad sore areas on your feet when walking. Things like that. It is actually a very thoughtful addition to a kit that can be put in a backpack for example.
The smallest "sticking plasters" (generic "Band-Aids") are really too small to be much use, as they come off very easily, They are perhaps best used for insect bites or stings.
Feature Product
- Contains 299 essential first aid supplies for treating minor aches and injuries
- Clear plastic liner in nylon case for organization and easy access to first aid supplies in an emergency
- Soft sided, zippered case ideal for home, travel and on the go use
- Not made with natural rubber latex
Description
The First Aid Only 299 Piece All-Purpose First Aid Kit will have you prepared for any potential emergency at home, in the office or on the go. The essential first aid supplies are ideal to treat pain and swelling, as well as cuts, scrapes, and burns. The clear pockets in the fabric pouch keep the 299 first aid supplies organized and easy to locate. This kit is the ideal size, fitting nicely into a backpack, vehicle compartment or desk drawer.
Kit Contents: Adhesive Fabric Bandages, 1" x 3": 10; Adhesive Fabric Bandages, 3/4" x 3": 20; Adhesive Plastic Bandages, 1" x 3": 30; Adhesive Plastic Bandages, 2” x 4”: 2; Adhesive Plastic Bandages, 3/8" x 1-1/2": 50; Adhesive Plastic Bandages, ¾” x 3”: 75; Alcohol Wipes: 14; Antibiotic Ointment Packets, 0.9g: 6; Aluminized Rescue Blanket, 52” x 84”: 1; Aspirin Tablets: 6; Burn Gel Packet, 1/8 oz: 1; Butterfly Wound Closures: 3; BZK Antiseptic Towelettes: 15; Cold Pack, 4” x 5”: 1; Conforming Gauze Roll, 2": 1; Cotton Tipped Applicators: 10; Disposable Thermometer: 1; Extra-Strength Non-Aspirin Tablets: 6; Finger Splint/Tongue Depressor: 2; Fingertip Fabric Bandages: 4; First Aid Cream Packets, 0.9g: 2; First Aid Guide: 1; First Aid Tape, 1/2" x 5yd: 2; Ibuprofen Tablets: 6; Knuckle Fabric Bandages: 4; Moleskin (Blister Prevention), 2" x 2": 3; Nitrile Exam Gloves: 2; Patch Plastic Bandages, 1 ½” x 1 ½”: 1; Scissors: 1; Sterile Gauze Pads, 2" x 2": 6; Sterile Gauze Pads, 3" x 3": 4; Sterile Gauze Pads, 4” x 4”: 2; Sting Relief Wipes: 3; Trauma Pad, 5" x 9": 1; Tweezers: 1.
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I have bought four of these, and given two away. I don't play the "numbers game" of giving big praise for 150 inexpensive band-aids; but this has a number of other features, like single-serve OTC medicines and salves, which are ideal. The pouch is STURDY and capacious. I add a few gauze rolls, a couple of neosporin type antibiotics bought from the dollar store, a few other things I want, and, voila, I've got a meaningful first aid kit. When I remove some of the cheap band-aids, there's space for much more in the pouch.
Gift recipients really, really like the idea of having a home-car-travel bag kit which can deal with all the "little emergencies" of life. Surprisingly, many of my friends have a box of band aids in their bathroom cabinet and that's all. "Don't be like them"
For the price it's a decent small injury kit - cuts and scrapes only. I keep a bunch of these around in places like the car and garage/workshop. This kit has enough bandaids to last a while without refilling. I also use these kits as the basis for a larger kit to handle longer term use. For example, there are only enough pills/gloves/gauze for 1 use. I throw in several more pairs of nitrile gloves, more rolled gauze, and a bunch more pills and ointments (just buy the 100 count packs available elsewhere on Amazon and put 20 in each kit). This also WILL NOT be any good for any kind of major trauma. Add in trauma pads, quickclot, tourniquet, zfold, chest seal, Israeli bandage and good medical/duct tape, etc. and you'll be a lot better prepared for a real emergency.
For the price of ~$13 this is a lot better than most of the plastic box kits I see in big box and corner drugstores for double the price.
For the price, how could you NOT be satisfied with this kit? This kit comes loaded and almost busting at the seams with a lot of practical items that will be great for First Aid - Exactly what this kit is intended for. As an EMT, I bought this to have in my car in case I come across the scene with someone that needs medical attention - I can provide First Aid while I'm waiting on the others in the ambulance. A couple years ago, I happened to stumble across a rather scary single-vehicle car accident before anyone else had come across it or even reported it - This would've been a great kit to have - At minimum, for the gloves and gauze. I did, however, throw in a couple other items of my own like a pair of decent trauma shears and a few extra pair of some quality nitrile gloves. The bag is rather light duty but the zipper feels pretty tough so I'm not too concerned about longevity. Overall, a great kit for the price!
Extremely impressed with the quality of this product. What I have received far exceeded my expectations and I am ordering another two sets as gifts and another two sets for our family vehicles. I have looked at a lot of first aid kits and I will have to say with all honesty this by far is the best bang for the buck.
Sweet deal from this particular seller at twelve bux. I removed it all and separated into ziplock bags and it fits way better in my olive bag. I bought a military bag for a few bux from China, and a medic patch for a couple more bux. Room to add some of my own stuff too like snake bite kit, sunscreen and bug repellent. Pic of my hiking kit:
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