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Amlodipine
SACAA Part 67 assessment
Generally acceptable for flying
Active ingredient(s)
Amlodipine
Calcium channel blocker (antihypertensive)
Guidance notes
Table A1: calcium channel blockers are generally well tolerated and acceptable. Short-acting nifedipine is unacceptable, and if a CCB is used for angina the underlying condition is strictly disqualifying. Blood-pressure control must still be documented for your DAME.
Known SA brand names
Contact a professional
Our partner Buchner Med can assist with aviation medical assessments and DAME consultations. Alternatively, find an SACAA-certified DAME directly through the official list.
Possible acceptable alternatives (same therapeutic group)
- Hydrochlorothiazide / IndapamideRidaq, NatrilixAcceptable
- Enalapril / Perindopril / Losartan / ValsartanRenitec, Coversyl, CozaarAcceptable
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.