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Originally Posted by My Flight Surgeon  When one looks at the pharmacologic properties of these drugs and their metabolism, it make sense to wait 24 hours. The Guide for Aviation Medical Examiners states Applicants with seasonal allergies requiring antihistamines may be certified by the Examiner with the stipulation that they not exercise privileges of airman certification within 24 hours of experiencing symptoms requiring treatment or within 24 hours after taking an antihistamines. See the link http://www.faa.gov/about/office_org/...ch/item26/amd/
Oh you doubting Thomas  |
I'm just making sure you didn't have another hidden source that could cause problems. Otherwise I'd never get to fly. It's the second paragraph of the link that rules for year-round allergies:
"However, non-sedating antihistamines loratadine or fexofenadine may be used while flying, after adequate individual experience has determined that the medication is well tolerated without significant side effects."
Thanks!