Meds while application is deferred

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My application was recently deferred for a history of depression. I've got a climbing vacation planned in Colorado next week, and since I've had AMS twice, my doctor suggested I try Diamox. It sounds like it's not an FAA approved medication, but since I don't hold a medical right now...can I take it? I'm ok skipping it if I have to, but I don't want to assume either way.
 
it's an episodic use. TO BE DISCONTINUED.
Sure would be better than suffocating down the mountain to the ICU.
 
Anonymous said:
My application was recently deferred for a history of depression. I've got a climbing vacation planned in Colorado next week, and since I've had AMS twice, my doctor suggested I try Diamox. It sounds like it's not an FAA approved medication, but since I don't hold a medical right now...can I take it? I'm ok skipping it if I have to, but I don't want to assume either way.
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Bruce gave you great advice from an AME standpoint, as usual, but I'm curious: what altitude do you begin having AMS symptoms? I presume when you begin flying you'll be in unpressurized aircraft, so what will your altitude limits be?
 
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Bruce gave you great advice from an AME standpoint, as usual, but I'm curious: what altitude do you begin having AMS symptoms? I presume when you begin flying you'll be in unpressurized aircraft, so what will your altitude limits be?
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Never had issues beyond poor night vision without O2, so I stay as low as MEA allows. Haven't had problems with AMS below about 11, and even then it's mild (but even a bad headache will ruin your trip, you know?)
 
Honest question: Ever thought about just climbing with O2?

I know weight and complexity and all, but in a way simpler... maybe.

Just curious. Not recommending. Asking.
 
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