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I am going to sikkim at high altitude. Which medicine should I have to take if in case I suffer altitude sickness? Thank you!

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Do you feel nausea or your oxygen level dips ? What’s the issue ? ...  Read More

I am planning to visit a place at very high altitude (> 15,000 feet). What medicine should I take in case I suffer from altitude sickness or Acute Mountain Sickness?

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Hi you will require special precautions and medicines as well...medicines can't be prescribed here online...consult good physician they will do the needful ...  Read More

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I am planning Spiti trip from Manali and I read some blogs suggesting that this route can cause altitude sickness since the altitude change would be rapid here. But since I am low on time should I keep any medicines for altitude sickness symptoms like fatigue ,headache,vomiting etc

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Gradually increase the altitude ...  Read More

I plan to visit Ladakh .I have heard of Coca 200 that helps in altitude sickness. Can you please advise on the dosage for the same?

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2 doses a day - morning and evening should be good enough. If you get symptoms, then take it 4 hrly ...  Read More

Can i take my 1yr 7month old baby to leh ladakh trip...did he effect with any altitude sickness issues...does it create any problem to his health??

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It is not advisable to take such young children on difficult trips like this. ...  Read More

I just came from a high altitude trip. I am at lower altitude but still having symptoms like dizziness, blocked ears, and lightheadedness. Is it pretty common? How to get relief from them immediately

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I will be going to Ladakh for an 8 day trip. What medicine should I take to avoid altitude sickness? What should be the dosage and duration? Kindly advise.

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Diamox 250 one twice daily 12 hrs before journey for 2:3 days in all If by road travel usually no need, this is for altitude sickness If you prefer to rest for one two days at leh then also no need ...  Read More

When and how many tablets of Diamox should I take to avoid Acute Mountain Sickness, also how many days? I will be in highly altitude for 5-6 days.

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You have to start taking Diamox 24 hours before you reach mountains. It is 125 mg tablet taken twice daily. You continue with it for at least 48 hours in the same dose. At times you have to take it ...  Read More

Hello. I get headaches at high altitudes. So should I consider going to Leh Ladakh? Should I take any medications before going and over there? Thank you.

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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult. ...  Read More

We are planning for a trip to Tawang (3048 m. elevation) on mid of Jan where the temp. will drop to 5°. My sister is having high altitude sickness, at times faces loss of breathing (she used inhaler when she was a child). So kinfly suggest me medicines and other precautions that should be takenbfor her specifically.

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Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult. ...  Read More

69-year-old female. Travelling to Leh (3,500m altitude) in 2 days. Current medications: Alprex (Alprazolam), Clonifit 0.25mg (Clonazepam), one cholesterol tablet, multivitamin. Planning to take Diamox for altitude sickness prevention. Is this safe? Any risk with two sedatives at high altitude?”

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ...  Read More

I am a 41 year old male with hypertension. Under medication for last 2+ years. Currently taking Cilacar T 40mg at night and Nebicard 5mg in the morning. With medication, BP is steady between 125/80 & 140/90 depending on time of day. I am planning to travel to North Sikkim for 2-3 days where there is high altitude and maybe less oxygen in the a

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Yes..u can travel ...  Read More

My son 16 year old has sickle cell disease... my question is Is it safe to travel high altitude place like Kashmir with him for vacation Will high altitude cause any problem

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No it is not safe for him, avoid doing the same High altitude can trigger a serious complication of sickle cell crisis ...  Read More

I am about to travel to a very high altitude for vacation during winters. Is there any precautions medicine that I should keep which can heat my body when the temperature is below freezing outside?

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Hi, High Altitude primarily affects your cerebral (brain) and pulmonary (lung) systems and some peopleheight may be more prone to a high altitude sickness than others. If this is not your first visit, ...  Read More

Hi, I have fever due to some infection (around 100-101 F) for last 3 days and have a trip planned to Leh after 3 days...it is safe to go considering high altitude of Leh and Laddhak

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You can tekeconsult now Delhi clinic Get a few blood tests done You can safely travel then ...  Read More

Can I travel to any hill station with my 8.5 months old baby? Is there any changes to any altitude sickness? What are the precautions I can take??

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Yes u can take ,but look for any breathing problem ...  Read More

I have Asthma and I have to travel to some High Altitude Regions. Is it safe for me and what precautions should I take to avoid High Altitude Sickness

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Carry an actezolamide 250 tablet along with you ...  Read More

Hi, I'm traveling to Leh on 2nd Sep, 2022. I have motion sickness too. I'm allergic to sulpha drugs. - can I take diamox ? - if yes , what is the dosage & days of course - if no, what is the alternative medication ?

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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult. ...  Read More

Currently i am in high altitude suffering from mild breathing trouble and sore throat. Doctor suggested azithromizine since i am facing breathing issue now can I now take azithromizine and acetazolamide together? Is there will be any interaction of these two medications?

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Hi. I understand your concern. Not advisable. Do a online consult for a detailed analysis of your symptoms and to suggest you further management plan and treatment prescription for the same ...  Read More

Hi I came Ladakh yesterday with my wife.. till now we are not facing major problem related to our health but I just want to know the suitable medicine to cure AMS .. because today we are heading towards more high altitude Pls suggest

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Kindly consult now to get proper prescription ...  Read More

Has any test to diagnose motion sickness ??? Is it curable ??? If Hyoscine patch is used before reasonable time of traveling then will it surely keep all the symptoms of motion sickness at bay without any side effect such as dry mouth, drowsiness, headache as occur taking of oral medication ???

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Hyoscine patch surely helps in preventing motion sickness but side effect come along Consult so i can solve your doubt ...  Read More

Hello, i am a 25yr old male. I currently have sinus. And often suffer from headache. Recently i have been travelling to some high altitude places and i have experience some severe sinus pain in those high altitudes. Just wanted to know how can i deal with my sinus while travelling to high altitude places. Thank you

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You can simply use eucalyptus oil or menthol combination tailams. Since you say it's been chronic sinusitis I would suggest you to do Ct pns and consult any specialist. I would refer a friend of mine ...  Read More

Any home remedies for motion sickness? Any home remedies for motion sickness? Any home remedies for motion sickness?

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Relax. Find something to focus on, whether it’s taking deep breaths or counting backwards from 100. Closing your eyes can help, too. Look at a stable object. If you’re on a boat, ...  Read More

Which is the medicine for Car sickness/Motion sickness in adults and how to administrate it?Is there any side effects for them?

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There are plenty medications for motion sickness, but I need know your history of motion sickness and also let me know what is the duration of travel are you planning. Will prescribe the drugs during ...  Read More

I have severe motion sickness. Is there any cure for motion sickness? Can ayurveda cure motion sickness?

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Hello, This has cure But first need to be evaluated ...  Read More

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

Hello, I'm planning to visit Spiti Valley in Himachal Pradesh next month end, want to know list of medicines which must carry along with me during this trip, especially for High Altitude related problems etc. because first time going to visit high Altitude mountains... I'm not allergic to any medicine, and no any medical issues.

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Hello sir I understand your concern consult me online I will guide you ...  Read More

Planning for a Himalayan (Laddakh) treck.What all medical/fitness check-ups required before going to this high altitude and sub zero atmosphere.

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Haemogram, TSH, RBS and urine examination, ecg, chest x ray, PFT, BP, BMI, TMT ...  Read More

Hey! I was recently on a trip to a hill station and I had to kind of travel in a van through the roads of the hilly region all the time. I generally don’t feel sick when I travel and this was the first time I sensed a weird feeling in my gut. My head was spinning and was nauseous for a long time. I wanted to puke and put my head between my knees fo

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Motion sickness is happened whenever u ride a car or any other ride or seeing a car in motion. But in hill areas due the spiral roads , any one can feel sickness and nausea. Kt is quite common. ...  Read More

For some reason, I like being sick. Not sick as in, having a cold, but really sick. I like to be diagnosed. I like to tell people how much medication I take and I like medical procedures and surgeries. This might just be attention seeking but Im not sure. It makes me feel good to define myself with sicknesses. I know this is so wrong and ungrateful

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Hello dear the above mentioned symptoms are insufficient for diagnosing the problem. Try consulting a clinical psychologist to understand the case better and plan the treatment accordingly. It could b ...  Read More

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