A member asked:

Please provide some do's and don'ts on overcoming jetlag.

15 doctors weighed in across 12 answers

Ignore: Hydrate a lot as long plane rides can cause dehydration.

Answered 7/31/2014

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A: A prescription sleep medication may help you keep your sleep on track as you travel.

Answered 3/7/2014

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Dr. Ryan Phasouk answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Do: Do shift your sleep schedule several days prior to leaving for your destination.

Answered 3/30/2014

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Ignore: You need rest after a long flight, warm bath and Benadryl (diphenhydramine) to sleep.

Answered 6/26/2014

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Dr. Amanda Itzkoff answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Ignore: If its going to be morning when you land, try to sleep on the plane, if you can.

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Dr. Elizabeth Wallen answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Ignore: Limit caffeine and alcohol. Stay hydrated. Opt for overnight flight and try to sleep. Try melatonin.

Answered 7/1/2014

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Dr. Cindy Williams answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Keeping: Keeping hydrated during travel, will decrease jetlag symptoms.

Answered 7/1/2014

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Dr. Warren Foster answered

Specializes in Cardiac Electrophysiology

Ignore: Getting exercise, early in the day, can help reset your sleep schedule to the new time zone.

Answered 7/25/2014

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Dr. Felix Toro answered

Specializes in Anti-Aging Medicine

Ignore: Start shifting your sleep clock before your trip. Avoid alcohol in the plane, and ask your doctor.

Answered 7/28/2014

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DO: DO plan. Get on you destination time schedule 1-2 days before you leave. Take melatonin as well.

Answered 7/28/2014

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Follow: Follow the local time for your sleep schedule as soon as possible to allow faster adaptation.

Answered 4/18/2015

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Dr. Thomas Wright answered

Specializes in Phlebology

Ignore: Melatonin can help reset your sleep cycle. Get out in the sun light. get some light exercise.

Answered 12/27/2015

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