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Romosozumab and your FAA medical

Sclerostin inhibitor, monoclonal antibody
Other names: Evenity

FAA guidance

Acceptable with conditions.

Wait

2 weeks

initial observation

Different waits apply in other cases.

Examiner

The examiner can issue when the document's criteria are met

FAA label

ACCEPTABLE

Source: FAA, Osteoporosis Medications. FAA date 26 August 2026. Checked by Crosscheck 11 November 2026

The FAA lists romosozumab as acceptable osteoporosis medication when the certification criteria are met, with a two-week initial observation and four hours after each dose; if it is used for cancer-related conditions, additional observation periods and/or requirements may apply.

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Wait

  • 4 hours after each dose
  • 14 days after starting: ground observation
  • 4 hours after each dose: ground observation
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FAA, Osteoporosis Medications · FAA date 26 August 2026
ACCEPTABLE Osteoporosis Medications (when certification criteria are met).
Sclerostin Inhibitor; Monoclonal Antibody: romosozumab (Evenity), 2 weeks, 4 hours
Above guidance is for osteoporosis treatment ONLY. If used for cancer-related conditions, additional observation periods and/or requirements may apply.
Sources and dates: romosozumabOne FAA document, with the FAA's date and when Crosscheck checked itOpen

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What does the FAA say about romosozumab for pilots?

FAA guidance: Acceptable with conditions. The FAA lists romosozumab as acceptable osteoporosis medication when the certification criteria are met, with a two-week initial observation and four hours after each dose; if it is used for cancer-related conditions, additional observation periods and/or requirements may apply. Crosscheck does not predict the FAA's decision.

How long is the FAA's wait for romosozumab?

2-week initial observation; 4 hours after each dose.

What does the examiner do for romosozumab?

The examiner can issue when the document's criteria are met. Crosscheck does not predict the FAA's decision.

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Medication guidance alone does not determine whether a pilot is medically qualified to fly. The underlying condition, dosage, side effects, medication combinations, and certification history may affect FAA eligibility.

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