Medication and Nutritional Supplement Use in the Aviator

Question 1

List the 3 categories of medications for use by an aviator.

Answer 1

1. Those used without medical consultation (i.e. OTCs)
2. Medications than can be rx’d by FS without DNIF (after wait time)
3. Maintenance meds that require waiver

Question 2

List the 3 categories of medications for use by an aviator.

Answer 2

1. Those used without medical consultation (i.e. OTCs)
2. Medications than can be rx’d by FS without DNIF (after wait time)
3. Maintenance meds that require waiver

Question 3

What is the responsibility of the flight surgeon?

Answer 3

Not just consider the medication, but the underlying condition for which it is being used

Question 4

List the 3 conditions for a medication waiver.

Answer 4

1. 30 day observation period
2. Demonstrated control of the underlying condition
3. No adverse side effects

Question 5

List 3 FS responsibilities with respect to supplements.

Answer 5

1. Prevent illness
2. Prevent incapacitation
3. Assess suitability for aviation duties

Question 6

What is the responsibility of the flight surgeon?

Answer 6

Not just consider the medication, but the underlying condition for which it is being used

Question 7

List the 3 conditions for a medication waiver.

Answer 7

1. 30 day observation period
2. Demonstrated control of the underlying condition
3. No adverse side effects

Question 8

List 3 FS responsibilities with respect to supplements.

Answer 8

1. Prevent illness
2. Prevent incapacitation
3. Assess suitability for aviation duties