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Altitude sickness medication over the counter.
ALTITUDE SICKNESS — KEY FACTS
About altitude sickness treatment
We can prescribe Acetazolamide tablets off-label to help prevent altitude sickness.
If you’re planning to travel to an altitude of above 3000 metres, the treatment can help by speeding up the changes that your body makes to get used to lower oxygen levels.
How do Acetazolamide tablets work?
Acetazolamide works by convincing your body that the oxygen level in the air is lower than it actually is.
You respond by breathing more deeply and quickly which starts the acclimatization process before you begin your ascent.
What are the side effects?
Some common side effects when taking Acetazolamide are tingling in the hands or face, a change in the taste of food or drink, nausea, vomiting, and an increase in the amount that you need to pee.
If you develop a rash when taking the tablets, stop immediately.
For the full list of side effects and how to take the tablets, it’s important to read the Patient Information Leaflet that comes with your medicine.
How do I take the tablets?
If you’re prescrib
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