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Old 5th Sep 2007, 22:03
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MrOnigiri
 
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Question How long SSRI traces are traceable on Medical Exams?

Hi There!
I took my glider's licence 8 years ago, when I was 18, but only flew for the first year or so... recently I had some panic/anxiety episodes which led me to taking Cipralex (same as Lexpro) a SSRI.
After feeling good for a year and a half now it's time to stop taking it... and I plan to go back flying in a few months if see I still feel ok without the drugs on me.
Anyways, I'll have to repeat my medicals and I was wondering for how long after I stop taking it will they detect SSRI substances in my urine?
My dream eventually is going for the ATPL one of these days...but I'm thinking baby steps now... first a PPL in Florida probably (which is cheaper than here in Europe) and then If I'm cool with it, go for the comercial
Many thanks for your answers!
Best Regards,
MrOnigiri
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