AME Pharmacology & Medication Policies Flashcards
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Which antihypertensive medication class is generally acceptable for FAA medical certification in pilots with controlled hypertension?
Answer: ACE inhibitors (e.g., lisinopril)
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.
What should an AME advise a pilot to do before flying on a newly prescribed medication?
Answer: Wait at least 5 days at the prescribed dose to evaluate side effects
The FAA recommends pilots wait at least 5 days at the full therapeutic dose to identify any adverse side effects before exercising pilot privileges.
Which oral diabetes medication is acceptable under FAA Special Issuance for commercial (Second Class) pilots?
Answer: Metformin
Metformin is accepted under the CACI program for all three medical classes because it does not cause hypoglycemia when used as monotherapy.
How should an AME document a pilot who discloses using a medication not on the FAA's accepted list?
Answer: Document the medication on Form 8500-8 and defer to AMCD for review
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.
Which common antibiotic is generally considered acceptable for pilot use during treatment of a minor infection, provided the pilot is not symptomatic?
Answer: Amoxicillin
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.
A pilot reports using testosterone replacement therapy (TRT). What is the FAA's current certification position on this?
Answer: TRT may be accepted under Special Issuance with lab monitoring
The FAA can issue a Special Issuance for testosterone replacement therapy provided the pilot maintains hormone levels within normal limits and submits periodic lab reports.