Should diamox 25omg be taken every day at high altitude?

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26 Jul 2011

The recommended dose of Diamox for prevention is 125 to 250mg twice daily, or higher if recommended, starting one or two days before and continuing for three days once the highest altitude is reached.
http://www.drugs.com/dosage/diamox.html

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