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Old January 14th 04, 03:53 AM
G.R. Patterson III
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Tom Sixkiller wrote:

Just got back from the family doctor this afternoon and he is putting me on
a strong dose of Celebrix for arthritis. I don't suppose this would be cause
for interruption of my Medical Certificate, would it?


There is no entry for that medication in the AOPA medical database. That's not
conclusive, of course, but they also have this to say about a diagnosis of
arthritis -

Arthritis

At the time of your next examination, you will need to provide your aviation
medical examiner with a
current status report from your treating physician. If the information is
acceptable to the AME and
you are found otherwise qualified, your AME may issue your medical certificate at
that time.

The report should include:

Type of arthritis.
General assessment of condition and effect on daily activities.
Name and dosage of any medication(s), and comments regarding any medication side
effects.
Assessment of range of motion of neck, upper and lower extremities, and hands.

The AME should defer the application to the Regional Flight Surgeon or Aerospace
Medical Certification
Division if:

There is development of any associated systemic manifestations.
There is new joint involvement.
Medication or treatment is required, including Plaquenil, oral chemotherapy-type
medications
(Methotrexate, steroids in dosage equivalent greater than 20mg of Prednisone
daily, or gold
therapy).

George Patterson
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