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2019-06-08 07:23:50
Visiting Kedarnath with my parents(52,56). Please suggest if we should take Diamox tablet in order to avoid altitude sickness.
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Sure you can carry Make sure to take it before starting the Ascent of mountains. It is more effective if taken ahead of time rather than taking after symptoms start

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Hi It  is  good  always  keep  with  you  all  travel  medicines Consult  with me  online for  prescription

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