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Atenolol + Bisoprolol + Carvedilol
Part of group: Beta blocker
SACAA Part 67 assessment
Generally acceptable for flying
Active ingredient(s)
3 in groupBeta blocker
Stabilisation period
At least 4 weeks on a stable dose, side-effect free, with documented blood pressure before return to duty.
Licence-class restriction
Not accepted for high-performance / fighter operations due to reduced G-tolerance.
Guidance notes
Table A1: cardio-selective beta blockers (atenolol, metoprolol, bisoprolol, carvedilol) are acceptable, though no longer the first line of choice; non-selective beta blockers are unacceptable. Beta blockers are also accepted for migraine prophylaxis per protocol. Underlying cardiac disease requires separate certification.
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