Flying tablets do they work?

xstacex · 07-07-2010, 20:51

i am scared of flying and want to know if the tablets you can get from the doctors for flying really work?

shanes teeth · 07-07-2010, 20:53

Are they the type of tablets that just make you think you're flying?

alex3659 · 07-07-2010, 20:57

I took them, jumped off the roof and broke both my legs.

I even had my batman suit on so, I WAS RIPPED OFF TWICE.

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Rupert_Baehr · 08-07-2010, 01:32

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Originally Posted by xstacex

i am scared of flying and want to know if the tablets you can get from the doctors for flying really work?

Which doctor are you getting your acid from?

bizzle · 08-07-2010, 02:35

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Originally Posted by xstacex

i am scared of flying and want to know if the tablets you can get from the doctors for flying really work?

I think it depends on how bad your fear is because sometimes your GP's advice you to work on your breathing techniques. Also it depends on the type of medication your GP gives you for your flying & the dosage. I used to see a patient who had a fear of flying. She saw her GP who gave her medication & she said she took one just before her flight & it knocked her out two hours flat at the start of her journey. A lot of the meds given out for this is anxiety related which do wonders for a lot of patients who are planning to fly.

Rupert_Baehr · 08-07-2010, 13:10

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... She saw her GP who gave her medication & she said she took one just before her flight & it knocked her out two hours flat at the start of her journey. ...

That's not too smart, is it?

What happens if there is an emergency and the passengers and crew have to evacuate the aircraft?

- It has happened.

boyfriday · 08-07-2010, 13:12

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Originally Posted by alex3659

I took them, jumped off the roof and broke both my legs.

I even had my batman suit on so, I WAS RIPPED OFF TWICE.

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For flying you needed the 'Robin' suit, alex

Alien · 08-07-2010, 13:15

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Originally Posted by Rupert_Baehr

That's not too smart, is it?

What happens if there is an emergency and the passengers and crew have to evacuate the aircraft?

- It has happened.

If the plane is doing a nosedive I know I'd rather be giving it some zzzzeeee's

best sheff · 08-07-2010, 13:37

Fly with Easy Jet, they bringing out standing only seats. So in the event of an emergency, you're ready to run.

Now i know in these modern times there's a tabet for everything, just hope the pilot's not on them.

Happy flying. Just think of the sunny destination your flying too whilst on board, that'll take your mind off flying. The return journey, i can't help you with.

RosyRat · 08-07-2010, 16:34

I visit my doctor when I'm due to fly and she prescribes me just enough diazepam and/or betablockers to see me through the flight. She also provides me with a letter to hand over to Customs in case my bags are searched.

I start taking the diazepam 2 or 3 days before the flight, as they need to build up. Then I give the bottle to my OH to look after, as they are quite a high dosage and you can forget you've taken them.

It's also advisable to inform the airline that you're taking tranquillisers for fear of flying. They're quite used to this and will make a note in case there is an emergency. The drugs will not knock you out or make you incapable of reacting if there is an emergency, they just stop you feeling afraid.

I've done this for years and so have thousands of other people. Go and see your doctor and have a good flight!

Kidorry · 08-07-2010, 16:36

I just think that the pilot wants to live just as much as me so he will do everything he can to keep it flying.

sTaGeWaLkEr · 08-07-2010, 16:37

I've used them before and it helped.

I was never quite sure if there was a placebo effect or not, but I didn't care - they helped.

shanes teeth · 08-07-2010, 16:43

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I just think that the pilot wants to live just as much as me so he will do everything he can to keep it flying.

Unless his wifes just left him or he's massivley in debt.

alex3659 · 08-07-2010, 16:51

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Originally Posted by boyfriday

For flying you needed the 'Robin' suit, alex

The tights didn't fit.

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max · 08-07-2010, 16:57

It's all very well taking tablets to get you through the flight but if you're scared of flying then it can affect your enjoyment of the holiday. My oh takes drugs to get her through the flight but doesn't look forward to the holiday in the same way she does when we drive to Italy or France. Then, towards the end of the holiday, the same dread descends that she will once again be flying in a metal box with wings. Plus, once she starts taking the drugs, it's difficult to get her to concentrate on things such as packing and planning.

My suggestion is that you find some way to eliminate the fear completely, that way you can face flying with equanimity.

shanes teeth · 08-07-2010, 17:30

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Originally Posted by max

It's all very well taking tablets to get you through the flight but if you're scared of flying then it can affect your enjoyment of the holiday. My oh takes drugs to get her through the flight but doesn't look forward to the holiday in the same way she does when we drive to Italy or France. Then, towards the end of the holiday, the same dread descends that she will once again be flying in a metal box with wings. Plus, once she starts taking the drugs, it's difficult to get her to concentrate on things such as packing and planning.

My suggestion is that you find some way to eliminate the fear completely, that way you can face flying with equanimity.

Couldn't agree more.We packed in flying a few years ago. With the OH's fear of flying and being treat like sh## at the airports it just wasn't worth it. We have a far more relaxing holiday driving to France or somewhere in this country. We're taking the bike to France this year.Relaxed touring,great food and scenary,doing what you want,when you want and not having to join in the scrum round the baggage carousels! Can't wait!