In order to take a weight loss medication other than orlistat, you must meet the following criteria: You must have a hemoglobin A1C lab result that is 6.4 mg/dL or less within 90-days preceding your AME appointment You can never, ever, in your life had an hemoglobin A1C lab result of 6.5 mg/dL or greater You must never have been diagnosed with diabetes You must not have had a history of substance use disorder, psychosis, suicidal ideation, or self-descructive ideations The medicine must be prescribed for weight loss and it must be taken for a minimum of two weeks without side effects You can take only one weight loss medication other than orlistat If you meet those criteria then taking one of the FAAs approved weight loss medicaitons should not affect your FAA medical certification
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