Medication

Discussion in 'Prime' started by swamp72, Jan 20, 2015.

  1. swamp72

    swamp72 Bobtail Member

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    First I want to think everyone for the comments on a previous thread, just a question that my recruiter cant answer. I take zoloft for depression, is that a disqualifying med on a DOT physical? Recruiter just gave me a link to look at before orientation so just wondering if anyone has any experience with this. Thanks again, the info on this site is priceless.
     
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  3. OPUS 7

    OPUS 7 Road Train Member

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    You should be fine.Never heard of any of the depression meds showing up,but that's just my 2 cents.
    Ive stated this before, I would rather see a properly medicated driver on the road,than a fruit loop
    that needs it,but isn't getting any help from meds.
    Im sure theres a few drivers suffering out here.
     
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  4. swamp72

    swamp72 Bobtail Member

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    Thanks Mark, thats very in depth on all medical issues.
     
  5. NOLA

    NOLA Bobtail Member

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    I almost got turned away from FFE back in 2006. They asked if I had been on any medications in the last year and I told them I was prescribed Zoloft but hadn't taken it in a few weeks. They said that if I didn't get a medical release from my doc saying that I no longer needed the medication, they wouldn't be able to hire me. Luckily my doc faxed a release form. Most ridiculous thing I'd ever heard of in my life! Zoloft doesn't affect you like nerve or pain pills. I agree with OPUS 7. Why on earth would they want a crazy person behind the wheel rather than a happy driver??!!?
     
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  6. dieseltrooper

    dieseltrooper Light Load Member

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    I had a similar issue with FFE about 10yrs ago. Wellbutrin.
    My Doc said that the Canadian air force pilots were cleared to
    Fly while taking WB.
    Since then, I keep my private healthcare info private...
     
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  7. ironpony

    ironpony Road Train Member

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    First, thanks for your service. There are a lot of good reasons to be on a med like Zoloft. I think Prime's doctor will want you to show (with your doctors concurrence) that you can function well without it before he will clear you.
     
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