AME AME Pharmacology & Medication Policies 2

Question 1

Which antihypertensive medication class is generally acceptable for FAA medical certification in pilots with controlled hypertension?

Accepted Answer

ACE inhibitors (e.g., lisinopril)

Answer

ACE inhibitors are broadly accepted by the FAA for treating hypertension because they have minimal CNS side effects and a well-established safety profile in aviation.

Question 2

What should an AME advise a pilot to do before flying on a newly prescribed medication?

Accepted Answer

Wait at least 5 days at the prescribed dose to evaluate side effects

Answer

The FAA recommends pilots wait at least 5 days at the full therapeutic dose to identify any adverse side effects before exercising pilot privileges.

Question 3

Which oral diabetes medication is acceptable under FAA Special Issuance for commercial (Second Class) pilots?

Accepted Answer

Metformin

Answer

Metformin is accepted under the CACI program for all three medical classes because it does not cause hypoglycemia when used as monotherapy.

Question 4

How should an AME document a pilot who discloses using a medication not on the FAA's accepted list?

Accepted Answer

Document the medication on Form 8500-8 and defer to AMCD for review

Answer

When a reported medication is not on an approved list, the AME must accurately document it on Form 8500-8 and defer the application to the FAA's Aerospace Medical Certification Division for determination.

Question 5

Which common antibiotic is generally considered acceptable for pilot use during treatment of a minor infection, provided the pilot is not symptomatic?

Accepted Answer

Amoxicillin

Answer

Amoxicillin is generally accepted because it has minimal CNS side effects; however, the pilot must also be free of symptoms from the underlying infection before flying.

(AME) Aviation Medical Examiner Certification Practice Test

(AME) Aviation Medical Examiner Certification Practice Test

AME AME Pharmacology & Medication Policies 2