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    From the Medical Line YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED

    Sep 08, 2020 3 minutes

    Q: I’m taking multiple medications. What do I need to be aware of when taking medications while diving?

    Medications treat a variety of conditions. Some medicines treat an acute ailment such as an infection, and others are for daily maintenance of a chronic condition such as high blood pressure. So not only are the medications of concern, but also important are the conditions for which your doctor has prescribed them. Medications are probably metabolised in the water

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