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Alfuzosin (selective alpha blockers)
Part of group: Urinary / prostate medication
SACAA Part 67 assessment
Not acceptable / incompatible with flying duties
Active ingredient(s)
2 in groupUrinary / prostate medication
Typical grounding period: 2 weeks
Measured from the last dose, and only once completely side-effect free.
Stabilisation period
2 weeks grounded, then monitored for postural hypotension at each medical examination.
Guidance notes
Table A1: case-by-case. Selective alpha blockers require a 2-week grounding period, and the applicant must be monitored for postural hypotension at every medical examination per protocol.
Known SA brand names
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Possible acceptable alternatives (same therapeutic group)
Alternatives are informational only. The underlying medical condition must also be assessed by a DAME — a condition can ground you even when the medicine is acceptable.