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Use of Diamox
I am going for a trek to Himachal next week and I wanted to know if I should carry or use Diamox. Also, it was suggested that I can start using it a day before the trek starts. Is that okay to do?
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It is advisable to take it 24-48 hrs before ascent to prevent attitude sickness..
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Dr. Meera Malhautra
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You only need if you are going to a really high altitude and if it is a gradual ascent till about 14000 ft you may not need it.
Otherwise start taking it 24-48 hrs earlier
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