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Morphine / Oxycodone / Pethidine
SACAA Part 67 assessment
Not acceptable / incompatible with flying duties
Active ingredient(s)
Morphine / Oxycodone / Pethidine
Strong opioid analgesic
Guidance notes
Strong central-acting opioids are incompatible with all aviation duties. Return to flying requires DAME assessment of both the medication and the underlying condition.
Known SA brand names
MST ContinusOxyContinPethidine
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)
- Paracetamol (Acetaminophen)Panado, Calpol, PainamolAcceptable
- IbuprofenBrufen, Nurofen, IbumaxAcceptable
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.