A member asked:

The one time i traveled 20 hours and and i got back home i was so tired that doc gave me dexasone.what to do to avoid such fatigue during long trips?

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Dr. David Lipkin answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Pull off the road: Some suggestions: If possible avoid driving between 12MN and 6 AM. Caffeine. Short nap pre driving and a 20-30 min mid drive nap. Avoid alcohol. If possible: Buddy system. It's safer to drive with another and switch drivers every 2 hours. **Severe risk of accidents if drowsy. Learn the warning signs >> http://bit.ly/1N1zSjD

Answered 11/21/2015

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