Thanks for the comments everyone, specifically Monty. I consulted with my doctor at Temple University and then three other ophthalmologists/doctors at Jefferson University. My PCP at Temple said taking a week off wouldn't hurt, the staff at Jefferson said I could keep training for Ironman without issue. Based on what my PCP and the folks on the forum have said. I am going to take it easy for about a week while I take this magical cocktail of stuff.
Prescription:
- Bacitracin-Polymyxin Eye Ointment - 3 times a day to decrease risk of infection
- Valacyclovir HCL 1 Gram Teblet - 1 tablet 3 times a day for antiviral purposes
- Side effects: Dizziness, may impair ability to ride that TT bike
- Methylprednisolone 4 MG Dosepack - 6 tablets a day, corticosteroids, glucocorticoids
- Side effects: Dizziness
- WADA: Banned substance
- Ondansetron HCL 4 MG Tablet - Take 1 a day and additional as needed to stop nausea
- Side effects: Dizziness, drowsiness, headaches, depression (blocks serotonin), may impair ability to ride that TT bike
- Migraine Relief Tablets - for the headaches
- Fluticasone prop 50 mcg spray - 2 puffs in nostrils each day to open up nasal passages and reduce swelling
- Gabapentin 300 mg capsule - Nerve pain blocker (this is super important as nerve pain is the main issue here)
- Side effects: Drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, depression
The common theme seems to be drowsiness, dizziness, and depression. So I am going to need to do all of my rides on the TT for a while.
The other noticeable thing is the WADA/USADA banned substance. Do I need to get a (TUE) Therapeutic Use Exemption for this?
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2020 IRONMAN 70.3 WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP - M35-39