FAA and Prozac for Anxiety
12-09-2016, 04:15 PM
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FAA and Prozac for Anxiety
What is the current FAA thinking on the use of Prozac for pilots who have anxiety? I know someone who is interested in learning how to fly - recreationally and possibly commercially and is currently taking Prozac for Anxiety which has controlled anxiety very well.
12-09-2016, 04:37 PM
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Special Issuance
https://www.faa.gov/about/office_org...tidepressants/
It appears that it is accepted on a case by case basis. I personally don't want anyone in the air or in the cockpit with me that requires the use of any antidepressants.
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https://www.faa.gov/about/office_org...tidepressants/
It appears that it is accepted on a case by case basis. I personally don't want anyone in the air or in the cockpit with me that requires the use of any antidepressants.
Think GermanWings 9525
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12-09-2016, 05:53 PM
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Originally Posted by skypest
Special Issuance
https://www.faa.gov/about/office_org...tidepressants/
It appears that it is accepted on a case by case basis. I personally don't want anyone in the air or in the cockpit with me that requires the use of any antidepressants.
Think GermanWings 9525
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https://www.faa.gov/about/office_org...tidepressants/
It appears that it is accepted on a case by case basis. I personally don't want anyone in the air or in the cockpit with me that requires the use of any antidepressants.
Think GermanWings 9525
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12-11-2016, 04:18 PM
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Originally Posted by krudawg
yes I agree but this person is not being treated for depression. Its for anxiety which I think is completely different; I think. Ill pass on your link thanks
12-11-2016, 06:33 PM
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Originally Posted by awax
Tons of info on this from ALPA when treatment for depression first became an option. In short, it's the medication, not the reason for the prescription that's limiting. There are 4 medications approved for pilots none of which allow the pilot to fly while being treated.
12-11-2016, 07:38 PM
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Originally Posted by awax
Tons of info on this from ALPA when treatment for depression first became an option. In short, it's the medication, not the reason for the prescription that's limiting. There are 4 medications approved for pilots none of which allow the pilot to fly while being treated.
Pilots can return to work on a Special Issuance while taking one of the four approved anti-depressant medications. They are sponsored by a HIMS designated AME and undergo rigorous testing to be able to return to work.
12-11-2016, 08:15 PM
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Originally Posted by PILEOAV8R
This is not accurate...
Pilots can return to work on a Special Issuance while taking one of the four approved anti-depressant medications. They are sponsored by a HIMS designated AME and undergo rigorous testing to be able to return to work.
Pilots can return to work on a Special Issuance while taking one of the four approved anti-depressant medications. They are sponsored by a HIMS designated AME and undergo rigorous testing to be able to return to work.
12-12-2016, 08:30 AM
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Originally Posted by oldmako
Little known aeromedical fact, there are actually more than four. Here's a partial list:
Beer
Bourbon
Gin
Vodka
Red Wine
Boating / Fishing / Bikinis
Bada-Bing
Beer
Bourbon
Gin
Vodka
Red Wine
Boating / Fishing / Bikinis
Bada-Bing
Great list, and very accurate!
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