If your doctor has directed you to use this medication, remember that he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects. Tell your doctor right away if this unlikely but serious side effect occurs: rectal bleeding. A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs.
Since the air pressure is lower at high altitudes, your body may struggle to absorb much-needed oxygen. This can cause disorientation, headaches, nausea, shortness of breath and weakness. In severe cases people have been hospitalized. There are many ways to get used to the altitude so you can still enjoy your getaway.
Andy Schleck during stage 1 of the 2009 Tour de France. Training at altitude may help athletes gain a competitive edge at sea level; altitude exposure also presents problems to athletes, and these could possibly cancel out benefit. Even moderate altitudes can have a significant effect on athletic performance.Click to see the effects on physical performance at altitude.he âlowâ altitudes may not actually be at sea level, but could be 1250m, for example. However, the difference between the two altitudes is significant enough to have an effect on training [see the difference in oxygen and pressure at these altitudes with our high altitude calculator].