Gary O
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Do any of you folks take along a small oxygen bottle while hunting at high altitude? As I get older I feel the effects of altitude sickness more and more...thanks.
Patocazador stated:
"Depending on the altitude, a small bottle won't last long.
Most people don't have trouble below 10,000' as far as altitude sickness goes but you have to get acclimated to that height. Several days at a lower altitude is usually enough. You will still get tired faster and 'winded' easily but the headaches, etc. should be under control.
Ask your MD about Diamox (acetazolamide). http://www.traveldoctor.co.uk/altitude.htm
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Since I am planning on hunting in Colorado, this September, I went to my Doctor and he prescribed the Acetazolamide ER for me. Prescription only. As I will be hunting from 9,000 to 11,000 feet in elevation. I will see how it helps out.