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In reply to the discussion: High Elevation [View all]

3catwoman3

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4. There is a medication called Diamox...
Fri Jul 21, 2023, 01:37 PM
Jul 2023

…that can prevent altitude sickness. You have to start it before you travel. Check with your doc, NP, or PA.

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High Elevation [View all] leftieNanner Jul 2023 OP
When my daughter went to study and live murielm99 Jul 2023 #1
Thank you! Nt leftieNanner Jul 2023 #2
Let me know how this works out. murielm99 Jul 2023 #3
There is a medication called Diamox... 3catwoman3 Jul 2023 #4
Too bad the importation of coca leaf is banned. It can help a great deal Warpy Jul 2023 #5
Great information. leftieNanner Jul 2023 #6
Tips here; better ones from 2nd site. Backseat Driver Jul 2023 #7
Dietary supplements purchased at altitude don't work Warpy Jul 2023 #10
High altitude hints Hannahcares Jul 2023 #8
On top of all the great advice above... 2naSalit Jul 2023 #9
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