Composition of a personal first aid kit. What contents does a soldier’s personal first aid kit contain? Is it possible to assemble a first aid kit yourself?

There are many factors influencing the composition of an individual first aid kit: the degree and type of threat, the level of training of the owner, the level of standard equipment and the possibility of acquiring non-standard equipment, and the available space for it, in the end. In general, this is a question that can be discussed constantly.
It so happened that I had the need to put together a small, easy-to-use first aid kit from “improvised means” - from what was in stock and what was easiest to get. It can best be described in three words: simple, cheap, compact. I want to talk about her.

A first aid kit is a complex of supplies and a pouch. Each of the components is important, each has certain requirements, but I will start with the determining one, with what it is planned to provide medical care.

Dressings:
1. TMS Control Wrap 4” – Elastic bandage. Much denser than gauze, allows for tighter bandaging. Much more effective than its predecessor. Price: 315 rub.
2. TMS OLAES Modular Bandage 4” – IPP based on an elastic bandage. American derivative of the Israeli pioneer from the company First Care. It has some differences, but, by and large, they are cosmetic, with the exception of the absence of a plastic buckle to reverse the direction of bandaging. The main thing I didn’t like was the bulky vacuum packaging; the Israelis pack much more compactly. Price: 540 rub.

Hemostatic agents:
3. Collagen hemostatic sponge 90x90mm – Used in conjunction with dressings when there is severe bleeding. It is unlikely to cope with arterial, but with venous or severe damage to soft tissues it can be useful. It takes up little space and weighs almost nothing. Cheap, readily available hemostatic agent. Price: 160 rub.
4. Hemostop 50g - Domestic hemostatic of the first, if I'm not mistaken, generation. A solution for those who did not have enough money for Celox. It has generation-appropriate side effects: it is poorly excreted from the body, it heats up during operation, which can lead to thermal burns. This is better than nothing, especially with complex, severe wounds. Slightly widespread. Price: 600 rub.

Mechanical means of stopping bleeding:
5. C-A-T – Modern tourniquet. Can be replaced with SOFTT-W - depending on what you can get. Price: 800rub

Additional tools:
6. Adhesive plaster on a woven basis in a roll of 3x500cm - As multifunctional as adhesive tape and electrical tape, but sticks better than them, especially to wet surfaces. For compactness, cut out the sleeve and crumple it. It is used for bringing together the edges of wounds, for fixing bandages, for sealing penetrating wounds of the chest and for assembling valves for them from scrap materials. It has a modern analogue on a non-woven basis, which is less damaging to the skin, but it is more expensive and less common. Price: 59 rub.
7. Nitrile gloves 1 pair – Necessary for secondary examination and more delicate work with wounds. Pharmacies usually sell them in large packages of 50-100 pairs, so I bought a pack of 10 pairs at a hardware store - no difference. The main thing is to take a larger size so that you can wear them directly over tactical gloves. Price: 10r

Auxiliary means:
8. HIS 15 cm white - Because it is dark outside. For those times when you don’t have to think about blackout. Price: 55r
9. Indelible black marker – Necessary for marking the time of application of the tourniquet and information about the administered drugs. No less important than this very tourniquet. It's better to buy a branded one and know that it won't dry out in a couple of weeks. Price: 25 rub.

Total: 2564 rub.– This is probably the most budget-friendly layout possible, without significant loss of content functionality.

Those interested in such topics will probably have questions, some of which I want to cover:
Firstly, there is the question of the price of medicines. As I immediately wrote, I purchased some elements of this kit about a year ago, when the price for them was not so high, so the indicated prices differ from the current ones.
Secondly, the issue of configuration. Someone will consider this set to be meager or antediluvian, saying “this and that could have been added.” The key point in assembling this first aid kit was to use the simplest and most accessible, both in terms of price and in terms of the prevalence of medications, as well as the easiest to use even by a person with low qualifications. That is why it does not contain a decompression needle, a nasal tube, or a special plaster for chest wounds.
Thirdly, about the lack of scissors and a flashlight. It was important to me that the first aid kit be compact, so I abandoned elements that duplicate each other - I always have a knife and a flashlight with me, regardless of the presence or absence of a first aid kit. In this case, CIS plays the role of an additional agent.

As the degree of threat increases, the first aid kit is supplemented with the required number of tourniquets and PPIs, which are placed in the pockets of the uniform.

We've sorted out the contents. Now about the “packaging”.
It took me a long time to find a suitable pouch. The ones available were either too big, or stupid, or very expensive, or several options at once. Quite by accident, I came across the Condor Rip-Away EMT Lite in Tan color - then I realized that this was what I was looking for.

This is a small tear-off medical pouch of a familiar design. It consists of a bag and a platform connected by a textile fastener, doubled with a 25mm sling with fastex. The bag has a small patch panel and a number of straps for securing the contents from the outside, be it a tourniquet, HIS or scissors. The quality of Condor's materials and fittings is average; the main thing you need to pay attention to when purchasing is the quality of tailoring - there are defects - and the design - there are obvious flaws. In this case, as you can see in the photo from the back, the side PALS cells are not sewn at the same level, and their number is not enough - a third one is required to conveniently attach an adapter or a pouch for a harness.

Things didn't go smoothly with the platform either. The mounting kit included two 6" clips, which were obviously too big, so I replaced them with 5" ones from another pouch from the same company. In this version, the panel fits perfectly on 3 PALS slings. I can’t help but notice that the textile clasp is of good quality and the bag sits quite firmly on the platform.

The internal organization is standard for this type of pouch. An elastic band in the shape of a figure eight is sewn onto the outer flap, which allows you to place contents in or under it. On the inner flap there is a pocket with an elastic neck, on top of it there is also a figure eight made of elastic tape, and in the corners there are four paracord loops - to one of them I tied a piece of black elastic cord with a loop. On the side surfaces there is one gasket made of elastic tape. Minimalistic but functional.

Medical supplies in the pouch.
The pocket contains a package with a hemostatic sponge. On top of it, under the elastic band - Hemostop. All contents are fixed in their place and removing any element does not entail the accidental loss of another. The tools are divided into categories, which is very useful in many cases. I'm satisfied with the ease of access.

An example of the location of a pouch on a chest vest.
The rule of access with both hands is observed, both to the bag itself to remove it from the platform, and simply to the contents without removing it.

In order to somehow summarize all of the above, I will repeat that the composition of an individual first aid kit depends on a large number of factors, both objective and subjective, so you should not jump off the handle and immediately claim that this composition is “fundamentally incorrect and outdated.” Remember that the lion's share of service people still trust their lives to a cotton-gauze PPI with, at best, an unexpired expiration date and an Esmarch rubber tourniquet, and not at all through their own fault, but that's a completely different story.
Thanks for reading, I hope you found it helpful.

P.S. It's funny that when assembling this set I almost repeated the complete set

The individual first aid kit of the first composition (AI-1) is intended to eliminate severe injuries and damage due to radiation, chemical and bacterial damage. As a rule, such a first aid kit is compact in size and easily fits in your pocket.

Composition of the individual first aid kit AI-1

So, in section No. 1 there is a syringe tube with a strong analgesic. Currently, Promedol is used. This drug is a narcotic, therefore, as a rule, it is not placed in the first aid kit, but is issued upon special request. It is used for severe pain, which can be caused by extensive burns or bone fractures.

Section #2 contains "Taren". This drug belongs to the class of prophylactics for poisoning with organophosphorus substances, such as sarin and soman. It is available in tablet form and begins to act 20 minutes after administration. Instead of Taren, Athene or Budaxim can be used. This product has a red cap.

Section No. 3 contains “Sulfadimethoxine,” which is an antibacterial agent and is used to prevent infectious diseases after radiation exposure. The product has a colorless cap.

Section No. 4 contains “Cystamine” tablets, which are a radioprotective agent and are used for injuries from ionizing radiation. The set includes two pencil cases with a cap.

Chlortetracycline with nystatin tablets are used as an antibacterial agent. They are especially effective against infectious diseases such as plague, cholera and anthrax. At the moment, the drug “Vibromycin” is widely used. The presented products are located in section No. 5 and have colorless packaging.

Section No. 6 contains the radioprotective agent “Potassium iodide”. It is designed to block iodine that can enter the body from radioactive fallout.

As a rule, the last section contains “Etaperazine”, which has an antiemetic effect and is used after irradiation. Sometimes Dimertkarb is used instead. Both substances are in blue pencil cases.

TOPIC No. 1: Individual and collective medical means of protection and assistance.

LESSON 1: Individual first aid kit, military first aid kit, dressing package, individual anti-chemical package. Composition, purpose and rules of use N-M-1
Personal protective equipment and rules for their use
1. Standard personal medical protective equipment for soldiers: individual first aid kit (AI), individual sterile medical dressing package (PPI), individual anti-chemical package (IPP-8), pantocid. Military first aid kit (AV). Purpose, procedure and rules for using them

1.1. Individual first aid kit (AI). Purpose, procedure and rules of use

An individual first aid kit is a set of medical self-help equipment for a military personnel. The first aid kit is designed to prevent or reduce the damaging effects of various types of modern weapons, as well as to provide first aid in case of injuries to personnel.
The contents of the first aid kit (syringe tubes and pencil cases) are placed in a plastic box and held by the internal partitions of the case. Each medicine in the medicine cabinet is located in a strictly defined place; the order of placement is indicated on the inside of the lid.

In slot 1 there is a syringe tube (with a red cap) containing an antidote (antidote) against organophosphate toxic substances (VX, sarin, soman).

Slot 2 is a reserve one; in some first aid kits it may have the same syringe tube as in slot 1. Instead of syringe tubes, slots 1 and 2 can contain reusable automatic syringes with several attachment parts containing an antidote against organophosphorus toxic substances.

In slot 3 there is a syringe tube (with a white cap) containing an analgesic that is injected under the skin to reduce pain from wounds, burns and fractures.

In slot 4, two crimson pencil cases contain 12 radioprotective tablets. If there is a threat of exposure to penetrating radiation, when operating in areas contaminated with radioactive products of a nuclear explosion, six tablets are taken at once. This dose is effective for 4-5 hours. If activities continue in the contaminated area, the remaining six tablets must be taken.

In slot 5, two white rectangular pencil cases contain eight tablets of an antibacterial agent. In case of wounds, burns or the threat of bacteriological (biological) infection, eight tablets of the drug are taken simultaneously, and after 6–8 hours, eight tablets from the second pencil case are taken again.

Slot 6 – reserve.

Slot 7, in a round ribbed blue pencil case, contains tablets of etaprazine, an antiemetic. It is taken one tablet in cases of signs of a primary reaction to radiation exposure (nausea, vomiting), as well as when these disorders occur as a result of concussion or injury.

Weight of the first aid kit is 100 g.
During the cold season, it is recommended to carry a first aid kit in the chest pocket of your uniform to prevent liquid medications from freezing.
The medicines contained in the first aid kit are used depending on the indications, both as directed by the commander (senior), and independently in accordance with the instructions that are communicated to personnel during military medical training.
The following medications are used independently, if indicated: a remedy for poisoning with FOV - at the first signs of damage; analgesic – for injuries and burns accompanied by severe pain; antibacterial agent - for wounds and burns; antiemetic - in case of nausea caused by exposure to ionizing radiation, as well as contusions and other factors.
Only at the command (instruction) of the commander is used: radioprotective agent; antibacterial agent - in case of danger of infection by pathogens of infectious diseases; prophylactic against poisoning FOV (tablets) - in anticipation of the sudden use of chemical weapons by the enemy; antiemetic - in anticipation of exposure to radiation in large doses.

The prescribed dosages of medications must be strictly observed to avoid a decrease in their effectiveness or negative effects on the body.

To use the syringe tube you must(Fig. 2):

• remove the syringe tube from the first aid kit;
• take the ribbed rim of the cannula with one hand, the body with the other and turn the body clockwise until it stops - to pierce the membrane;
• take the syringe tube by the cannula, remove the cap protecting the needle;
• holding the syringe tube by the ribbed rim of the cannula and without squeezing the tube with your fingers, insert the needle into the soft tissues of the thigh, buttock or shoulder (you can through clothing) to the cannula;
• squeeze out the contents of the tube by squeezing its body;

Without unclenching your fingers, remove the needle.

A remedy for poisoning with FOV - the contents of one syringe tube with a red cap should be used at the first signs of damage: blurred vision, difficulty breathing, salivation. The earlier the antidote is applied, the higher its effectiveness. Use the second syringe tube with a red cap 5-7 minutes after administering the contents of the first syringe tube in cases where the signs of damage continue to grow (intensify).
In order to provide mutual assistance in case of severe lesions, accompanied by severe difficulty breathing, convulsions, loss of consciousness, administer the medicine from two syringe tubes at once.
Used syringe tubes must be pinned to the clothes on the chest of the affected person to record the amount of antidote administered when carrying out further treatment measures.
An analgesic should be used for severe pain caused by fractures, extensive wounds, crushed tissue and burns.
To use the contents of the pencil cases, you must: unscrew the lid of the pencil case, take the recommended number of tablets indicated in the description of each drug, and wash down the tablets with water from the flask. In the absence of water, the tablets must be chewed and swallowed.
Radioprotective agent - take the contents of one pencil case 40-60 minutes before possible exposure, if the expected radiation dose is 100 rad or higher. If necessary, the drug in the same dose (the contents of one pencil case) can be taken 6 hours after the first dose. In special cases (air temperature above 30°C, nausea, motion sickness), it is recommended to reduce the dose of the drug to four tablets, especially with repeated doses.
If possible, take a prophylactic against FOV (two antidote tablets) 0.5-1 hour before likely contact with the agent. It is allowed to take the prophylactic antidote daily in a single dose of two tablets for 5-7 days.
Antibacterial agent - the contents of one pencil case are taken when there is a risk of infection by pathogens of infectious diseases, as well as for wounds and burns. Repeated administration (the contents of one pencil case) is carried out 6-8 hours after the first.
Antiemetic - one tablet is taken after radiation or concussion when nausea or vomiting occurs. The effect of the drug continues for 4-5 hours after taking it. If necessary (continuing nausea, vomiting), the drug should be taken again in the same dose.
When using an antidote, it is necessary to strengthen control over one’s own condition and the condition of other military personnel, especially when performing combat missions at night, during monotonous activities and elevated ambient temperatures.
To prevent side effects and disturbances in heat exchange that may occur when using the drug for poisoning with OPV, these antidotes should be administered only when there are the first signs of damage to OPV.

1.2. Individual sterile medical dressing package (PPI). Purpose, procedure and rules of use

The individual sterile dressing package (PPI) is designed to provide self- and mutual aid at the site of injury. The package consists of a bandage and two stitched cotton-gauze pads, folded in half. One of the pads is fixed on the bandage, the other can be easily moved.
The package is packed in two shells: an outer rubberized one and an inner paper one (three layers of parchment). There is a safety pin in the folds of the paper casing. The contents of the package are sterile.

The procedure for opening an individual dressing package (Fig. 3) :

• The outer shell is torn along the existing incision.
• Remove the pin and dressing material, packed in a paper casing.
• The paper shell is removed using a cut thread.

The bandage is unfolded in such a way as not to touch with your hands those surfaces of the cotton-gauze pads that will be adjacent to the wound. Cotton-gauze pads are taken with hands only from the side stitched with colored threads.

Using an individual dressing package for first aid:

• If a bandage is applied to one wound, the second pad should be placed on top of the first (Fig. 4 b).
• If a bandage is applied to two wounds, then the movable pad is moved away from the fixed one to such a distance that both wounds can be closed (Fig. 4 a).
• The pads are held on the wounds with a bandage.
• The end of the bandage is secured with a pin to the surface of the bandage or tied.

The outer rubberized sheath of the PPI is used to apply an occlusive dressing for penetrating chest wounds.

General rules for applying a bandage

A bandage, no matter what part of the body it is applied to, can only be performed correctly if the basic rules are followed:
1. The patient should be laid or seated in a comfortable position so that the bandaged area of ​​the body is motionless and accessible.
In cases of injuries to the head, neck, chest, upper limbs, if the condition of the wounded allows, it is more convenient to apply a bandage with the victim sitting down. When the abdomen, pelvic area and upper thighs are wounded, the bandage is applied while lying on the back, and the victim’s pelvis should be raised by placing a bundle of clothing or an overcoat roll under the sacrum.
2. The part of the limb to be bandaged should be in the position in which it will be after applying the bandage.
For the shoulder joint, this is a slightly abducted position of the shoulder; for the elbow joint, this is the forearm bent at a right angle. The area of ​​the hip joint is bandaged with the limb in a straight position, the knee joint - the limb is slightly bent at the joint, the ankle joint - the foot is set at an angle of 90 degrees to the shin.
3. The bandage operator should stand facing the patient in order to be able to monitor his condition and avoid unnecessary injury when applying the bandage.
4. The width of the bandage is selected according to the size of the wound and the body segment being bandaged.
5. The bandage is rolled out from left to right, counterclockwise. The head of the bandage is usually held in the right hand, and the free end in the left.
The exceptions are: a bandage on the left eye, a Deso bandage on the right hand, spica bandages on the right shoulder and hip joints and the first toe of the right foot. When applying these bandages, the bandage is rolled out from right to left.
6. Bandaging is always done from the periphery to the center (from bottom to top).
7. Bandaging begins with 2-3 securing rounds (i.e., circular turns) of the bandage. Fastening tours are applied to the narrowest undamaged area of ​​the body near the wound.
8. Each subsequent turn of the bandage should overlap the previous one by half or two-thirds of its width.
9. The bandage is rolled out without lifting its head from the surface of the body, which ensures uniform tension of the bandage throughout the entire length of the bandage.
10. If the bandage is used up, and bandaging needs to be continued, then the beginning of a new one is placed at the end of the bandage and strengthened with a circular tour; then bandaging is continued.
11. It is recommended to complete the bandaging with 2-3 circular rounds superimposed in the projection of the securing rounds with which the bandaging began.
12. The bandage is completed by securely securing the end of the bandage.
The end of the bandage is cut (torn) longitudinally, the resulting strips are crossed with each other, then circled around the bandaged segment and tied with a knot. You can also secure the end of the bandage with a safety pin, strips of adhesive plaster, sew it with thread, or pull it with a hemostatic clamp through the ends of the bandage and tie it with a knot.
13. The knot that secures the end of the bandage should not be located: in the projection of the wound (other damage), on the occipital and temporal region, on the back, on the plantar surface of the foot, on the palmar surface of the hand.
A correctly applied bandage should be neat, economical, completely cover the dressing applied to the wound, and should not cause discomfort to the patient.
When providing first aid on the battlefield or at the scene of an accident, it is not always possible to fully comply with the listed bandaging rules. However, in any conditions, the bandage must be applied skillfully and efficiently in order to have a therapeutic effect.

Mistakes when applying bandages

1. If the bandage is applied tightly, or the pressure of the bandage is uneven in different parts of the bandage, then a circulatory disorder occurs in the peripheral parts of the limb.
Compression by a bandage is manifested by cyanosis of the skin and swelling of the limb below the bandage, painful sensations, throbbing pain in the wound, numbness, tingling, increased bleeding from the wound (venous tourniquet phenomenon). When transporting in winter, poor circulation as a result of compression by a bandage can lead to frostbite in the peripheral parts of the limb.
If the listed signs appear, the bandage is cut with scissors 1-2 cm along the edge or changed.
2. The integrity of the bandage is easily broken, or the bandage slips if the first fastening rounds of the bandage are not done or done incorrectly. The bandage must be bandaged or changed.
It should be noted that the bandage is more durable if the first fastening rounds are applied to the skin, previously lubricated with cleol.
3. If the tension of the bandage is weak, the bandage quickly slips off. This usually happens when, due to the incorrect position of the victim during bandaging, the muscles of the damaged part of the body are in a tense state, which increases its volume. When the muscles relax, there is a discrepancy between the bandage and the volume of the damaged part of the body. In this case, it is recommended to change the bandage.

1.3. Individual anti-chemical package (IPP-8). Purpose, procedure and rules of use

The individual anti-chemical package IPP-8 is designed to equip personnel.
The IPP-8 package (Fig. 5) is designed to provide first aid in the form of self- and mutual aid in case of damage by droplet-liquid toxic substances.
IPP-8 provides partial sanitary treatment of exposed skin areas and immediately adjacent areas of uniforms contaminated with droplet-liquid toxic substances.
The package consists of a flat glass bottle with a capacity of 200 ml filled with a universal degassing solution, four cotton-gauze swabs and a reminder about the rules for using the package.

Characteristics of the IPP-8 package:

The amount of degasser in the bottle ensures the treatment of 1500-2000 cm2 of body surface. The volume of the degassing formulation is 135 ml. Packaging: polyethylene casing. Weight – 250 g. Time to activate the package – 25-35 s. Treatment duration is 1.5-2 minutes.
When exposed skin is infected with an aerosol and drops of chemical agent and their degassing, the procedure for carrying out partial special treatment using IPP-8 while wearing a gas mask at the time the enemy uses the chemical agent is as follows:

• open the package;
• moisten the swab generously with the recipe and wipe the skin of the neck and hands;
• moisten the swab again and wipe the collar of the jacket (overcoat), sleeve cuffs (grab the outer and inner surfaces of the fabric with the swab), and the outer surface of the front part of the gas mask;
• use a dry swab to remove excess formulation from the skin of the neck and arms;
• close and put away the bottle.

1.4. Pantocide. Purpose, procedure and rules of use

Panthocide tablets are intended for water disinfection.
One tablet is designed to disinfect one flask of water (1 liter). If the water is cloudy, add two tablets to the flask.
Water is suitable for drinking 40–50 minutes after the tablets have completely dissolved.

1.5. Military first aid kit (AV). Purpose, procedure and rules for using them

The AB - military first aid kit is designed to equip combat vehicles and military equipment on wheels and tracks.
The first aid kit is designed to provide first aid in the form of self- and mutual aid to 3-4 wounded and burned members of the crews (crews) of combat vehicles and military equipment

The issue of completing an individual army first aid kit must be approached very seriously and carefully. Here, every mistake can cost the life or disability of the victim. The soldier’s medical and psychological training and the ability to provide first aid should also be taken into account. Without basic medical knowledge, a military first aid kit may be useless. What should be considered when forming the composition of an individual army first aid kit?

According to the US Combat lifesaver, the most likely situations requiring first aid are:

• head and neck injuries (16%)
• torso injuries (32%)
• limb injuries (44%)
• mixed wounds (85%)
• bleeding
• eye injuries
• allergic reactions
• burns
• radiation and chemical damage

As we can see from the statistics, wounds and bleeding are the most likely reasons for providing first aid. Consequently, funds allocated for emergency assistance activities must be within easy reach, literally “at hand.” That is, a military first aid kit should consist of at least two sets:

Both sets must be visually identified as first aid kits and have a corresponding appearance, marked with a red cross.

The first set of a military first aid kit is minimal and should always be “at hand”

Compound:

1. IPP – individual dressing package
2. Sterile bandage 7×14 - 2 pcs.
3. Esmarch tourniquet or similar – 2 pcs.
4. Syringe tube with analgesic. Nalbuphine or Butarfonol.
5. Hemostatic agent Quiklot and Celox.; cheaper: Hemostop powder and collagen hemostatic sponges.

Second set of army military first aid kit - basic

Designed to provide further medical care. Partially duplicates the composition of the first set. Compound:

All of the above information is for advisory purposes only. When completing an individual army first aid kit, many factors are taken into account: the likelihood of exposure to toxic substances, climatic conditions, the level of medical training of military personnel, etc. It should also be understood that many of the products on the list are not registered in one country or another, and, accordingly, require replacement with products similar in purpose.

As a rule, these are independent structures formed on a freelance basis, but equipped with all the necessary equipment, materials and tools to carry out emergency situations.

They are created on the basis of teams of government agencies and undergo special training courses on how to act in emergency situations. With these people, behavior algorithms are worked out, which must be memorized to the point of automaticity. Then certification is carried out, and if everything goes well, the unit receives permission from the Ministry of Emergency Situations to participate in eliminating the consequences of emergency situations.

civil defense

These are also non-staff formations created in each organization to carry out state civil defense activities. Their function is not associated with an immediate threat to the life and health of people during an emergency. But by providing all possible assistance, they help prevent an increase in the number of victims. Each civil defense unit has its own purpose:

• surveillance and reconnaissance (bacteriological, chemical, biological, engineering);
• debris removal;
• rescuers;
• technology;
• firefighters;
• protection (radiation, chemical, biological).

Appearance

The AI-2 first aid kit is a plastic orange box, inside of which there are bottles with medications and a disposable syringe for their administration in two rows. In addition, the NASF received an individual anti-chemical package, a personal civil protection kit, anti-burn and dressing packages, a soft stretcher, and a sanitary bag containing a first aid kit.

Since 2008, similar equipment, such as the AI-2 first aid kit, are no longer issued not only to army structures, but also to civilian units. Instead, there are AI-4 and AI-N-2.

Compound

This is a list of drugs that the AI-2 first aid kit contains. Its composition may vary, so the average version is given.

1. The painkiller is a syringe tube with a two percent solution of Promedol (morphine in some kits), the route of administration is intramuscular.
2. The antidote is usually the drug "Taren". A small red pencil case contains six tablets. To prevent poisoning, take one tablet and put on a gas mask. If symptoms such as miosis, blurred vision, shortness of breath do appear, you must take another tablet, but not earlier than six hours after the first.
3. The antibiotic sulfadimethoxine is in the form of tablets in a sealed bottle. Taken for dysfunction of the gastrointestinal tract caused by a bacterial infection. A single dose is seven tablets, then four tablets every day.
4. The radioprotective agent is Cystamine tablets. Taken for prophylaxis from One hour before the expected radiation, you must take six tablets; by the time of the threat, the effect will manifest itself, but if the duration of stay in the radioactive area exceeds six hours, the tablets must be taken again in the same dose.
5. Broad-spectrum antibiotic - "Tetracycline". Taken not only for bacterial infection, but also after burns and injuries as a single dose - five tablets. Take twice with an interval of six hours.
6. Antiemetic - "Etaperazine". Instead, there may still be "Aeron". Indicated after radiation exposure, as well as after concussions, traumatic brain injuries, poisoning, if nausea or vomiting occurs. A single dose is one tablet. The effect lasts four to five hours, if the symptoms do not go away, then you need to take one tablet every four hours.
7. Potassium iodide tablets are a remedy that protects the thyroid gland from radioactive iodine. Take one tablet half an hour before the intended exposure or before eating radioactive foods. If you plan to spend more than a day in the radiation zone, then you need to take another tablet every 12 hours.

The individual first aid kit AI-2, the composition of which is presented above, is somewhat outdated in its configuration. It does not contain modern antibiotics that could be used as a replacement for Tetracycline or Sulfadimethoxic, and there are no sedatives. As practice shows, they are necessary in an emergency. Therefore, the civilian population is recommended to carry tranquilizers such as Sibazon or Phenozepam.

First aid kit AI-2 is designed for an adult. For a child under eight years of age, all doses should be divided into four parts, and for a teenager - into two parts.

Modifications

The AI-N-2 first aid kit requires special mention. Special forces and other special military units use it for long-term autonomous use, as well as providing assistance to victims. It contains thirty types of drugs, compactly packaged in a small, convenient bag, which distinguishes it from the previous version.

The AI-2 first aid kit has already been discontinued and can only be found as an exhibition item.