Medications come in all shapes and sizes, but how can they come to your rescue when disaster strikes or a pandemic like coronavirus (COVID-19) hits? Survival Medications: Twenty Essential Drugs for when the World Collapses explores the utility of medications and their benefits for when the world turns upside down. Whether you're an amateur organizer or professional prepper, developing a successful pharmaceutical strategy is critical for any survival scenario. This guide takes a tongue-in-cheek (and entertaining) look at catastrophic events and unique health challenges you may encounter, and provides guidelines to stimulate preparatory thought and empower even the starter scientist to become a pill-purveying powerhouse! Highlights include: The role of medications when society collapses What to prepare for, from a preparatory and statistical perspectivePrioritizing medications for particular use casesAcquiring drugs after a collapse; what to look for and how to increase your chances of successSafety through science: prescription medications vs. natural treatmentsDrug logistics: expirations, storage, transport, and many other factorsPracticing pharmaceutical sense and sensibility Survival Medications: Twenty Essential Drugs for when the World Collapses focuses on the medications that will help keep you alive. Sure, food and shelter are essential needs, but when a tiny pill can mean the difference between life and death, understanding its function can help assure your health and longevity. This book explores the survival utility of these medications, including: Antibiotics: What are your best options when there's no doctor or laboratory around?Over-the-Counter Medications: Although you may not need a prescription, these drugs can shine in a survival scenario.Pain Management: From aspirin to opiates, know how to apply treatments effectively and responsibly.Disaster-Specific Drugs: Not likely to found on a typical store shelf but of great value in certain circumstances.Survival Medications: Twenty Essential Drugs for when the World Collapses is a practical guide to understanding survival-based medications. An enjoyable and informative read, it's a great supplement to an already vast library of survival knowledge-perfect for those who seek to secure their health and safety during a catastrophe.