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Tazarotene (topical) and your FAA medical
Retinoic Acid Derivative Topical
Other names: Fabior, Tazorac
FAA guidance
Acceptable in the FAA document cited.
The FAA's MedGuide lists tazarotene (topical) (Fabior, Tazorac) as allowed, for acne or wrinkles, with no wait after the first dose, after later doses or after the final dose, used as prescribed.
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The MedGuide defines allowed as acceptable for use while performing flight or safety-related duties, provided the condition is stable/aeromedically acceptable and no adverse side effects are present, and says wait times are not determined solely by the medication: an extended observation period may be required to verify clinical stability of the condition.
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Generic: tazarotene (topical)
Brand Name: Fabior; Tazorac
Drug Class: Retinoic Acid Derivative Topical
Underlying Condition: Acne; Wrinkles
Use: ALLOW
INITIAL Wait Time (after first dose): None
SUBSEQUENT Dose Wait Time (after each dose): None
DISCONTINUATION Wait Time (after final dose): None
Frequency Use Limit: As prescribed
ALLOWED: The medication is acceptable for use while performing flight or safety-related duties, provided the condition is stable/aeromedically acceptable and no adverse side effects are present.
Underlying Condition: Evaluating medication use requires considering the impact of safety of flight from both the medication and underlying condition. Wait times are not determined solely by the medication; an extended observation period may be required to verify clinical stability of the condition.