NEW MEDS ADDED TO FAA'S APPROVED MEDICATIONS LIST

Struggle with high cholesterol or arthritis? Here's some good news from the FAA: Two arthritis medications, Limbrel and Kineret, and a cholesterol- and triglyceride-lowering drug, Welchol, have been approved for you to take and still fly. However, you must ensure that your symptoms are under control and that you are not suffering any adverse side effects from the medication. The FAA also has added to its list of prohibited medications: Symmetrel and Azilect, used to treat Parkinson's disease, and Razadyne for Alzheimer's disease. Search AOPA's medications database to find out if the medications you are taking or were just prescribed are allowed by the FAA. If it is almost time to renew your medical, fill out AOPA's interactive online TurboMedical Form. The form will show you whether the medications you listed are allowed by the FAA.