Summarize and humanize this content to 2000 words in 6 paragraphs in EnglishMillions of people rely on medication every day, but some types of drugs must be avoided while flying. Dr Sean Ormond, from Atlas Pain Specialists, has warned fliers about certain medications that should never be taken while travelling on airplanes due to their potential side effects.’As a pain management doctor, I always emphasise the importance of being mindful of medications, especially while flying’, he said. ‘Air travel can impact how drugs work in your body, and some meds can cause serious issues at high altitudes.’He has also suggested passengers check with their doctors about any medications they are taking, especially if they suffer from any chronic pain or long-term health conditions. Here is a list of medications to avoid while fling. Opioid Painkillers Opioids already make you drowsy, but in the air, their effects can be much stronger, Dr Ormond says. Some medications shouldn’t be taken in the air due to possible side effects, a doctor has warned Opioid painkillers should be avoided on flights as they are known to slow down breathing Opioid painkillers are known to slow down breathing, which Dr Ormand says ‘isn’t ideal in a low-oxygen environment’. They can also make you dizzy, nauseous and confused. If you need pain relief, consider taking non-opioid alternatives like ibuprofen or acetaminophen instead. Sleeping PillsWhile knocking yourself out on a long-haul flight in order to get a good night’s sleep might sound tempting, sleeping pills can leave you feeling overly groggy, disoriented or even sleepwalking in the aisle!This can be a big risk if there happens to be an emergency, as you won’t be able to react. A good eye mask, neck pillow, and noise-canceling headphones are much safer bets. Anti-Anxiety MedicationAlthough these might be useful for nervous flyers, anti-anxiety medication hits harder at altitude. This means you might feel extra sluggish, have trouble breathing, or even pass out mid-flight. Anti-anxiety medications hits harder at altitude, which might make you extra sluggish, or even pass out!If flying makes you anxious, try deep breathing, distraction techniques, or even natural remedies like melatonin.DiureticsThese meds help with swelling and blood pressure, but they also make you pee- a lot.Planes are already dehydrating, so diuretics can leave you dizzy, weak, and lightheaded. If you have to take them, make sure you drink plenty of water (and maybe choose an aisle seat!).Drowsy Antihistamines Old-school allergy medication can knock you out, but not in a good way. They can make you groggy, slow your reaction time, and increase the risk of blood clots since you’re sitting still for so long. Antihistamines might make you drowsy, so doctors recommend taking non-drowsy options Muscle relaxers can increase the risk of blood clots on flights If allergies or motion sickness are a problem, go for non-drowsy options like Claritin or Allegra.Strong Muscle RelaxersMuscle relaxers can make you feel wobbly and weak, which isn’t great when you’re in a cramped airplane seat. They can also make it harder to wake up and move around, increasing the risk of blood clots. If you have muscle pain, try gentle stretching and those air-activated heat patches instead.Blood ThinnersIf you’re on blood thinners, be extra mindful on long flights. Sitting for hours raises the risk of blood clots, and if you bump yourself, even a minor injury could cause excessive bleeding. Get up and move every hour, wear compression socks, and talk to your doctor about precautions.
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