How do I prevent getting altitude sickness?

I love to ski and am planning a trip to Copper Mountain for mid January. I almost always get altitude sickness when I go unless I ascend very slowly. I'm not talking just headaches and shortness of breath. I get extremely sick. I won't have much time to ascend this year. Is there a prescription I can get or should I try to get my hands on an oxygen tank? I know I'll get it if I don't take some preventative measure.How do I prevent getting altitude sickness?
I was going to suggest climbing slowly. I think you're taking a big risk. Dexamethasone can help if you get unwell, but I don't think you can take it to stop you getting ill in the first place.
There are a number of allopathic medications that are commonly used to treat and prevent altitude sickness. These drugs do have side effects and may not agree with everyone, so it is advisable to consult your physician before use. Hospital treatment may be required where oxygen, rest and drugs will be administered, and usually full recovery is made.



Herbal and homeopathic remedies have been used traditionally for many years. They are all natural, fast-acting and non-addictive. They contain ingredients such as Zingiber officinalis, Mentha piperita, Kali. phos., Ferrum phos., Cocculus and Pulsatilla vulgaris. These remedies in combination may help to minimize shortness of breath, disorientation and speed recovery. Consult a doctor, homeopath or naturopath about a treatment that suits your needs.



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dont go as high as you are going already and i dont think there is any other way to prevent it just dont go too high and you should be fine :)
Extremely sick?! Omg