What Medications Disqualify You from the Military?
Serve in the United States armed forces is an significant achievement. However, meeting the Military’s medical eligibility requirements can be a barrier for those with certain health conditions and medications. While the rules may vary between branches (Army, Navy, Air Force, and Coast Guard, and Marine Corps), I will provide you with comprehensive information on what medications disqualify you from the military, as stated in the United States National Archives and Records Administration DoD Directive (DoDI) 6000.1, May 1978.
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Hormonal Conditions and their Associated Medications
Women and males alike, experiencing hormonal deficiencies or imbalances may attract disqualification if not diagnosed and treated satisfactorily. Some instances include, but are not limited:
• Fibrosis and thyroid abnormalities: Active or inactive Graves’ thyroiditis, subacute fibrositis or fibrometer, or recurrent thyroidectomy due to recurring noduli.
• Polycystic ovarian syndrome: Women with evidence of metabolic syndrome, reproductive issues like infertility, spontaneous abortion.
• Anovular and menstrual disturbances: A history of multiple spontaneous first-trimester abortions exceeding two, frequent miscarriage, or heavy menstrual hemorrhage.
To be further examined:
Consideration of hormones is part of DoD Directive, Section 1.23. This area focuses solely on conditions that occur after enlistment unless previously documented history.
Refer to Table: Relevant Hormonal Conditions’ Disqualification Categories
| [table “” not found /] | CONDITION | TREATMENT RESPONSE | POTENTIAL DISQUALIFICATION BY BRANCH OR SECTION OR CATEGORY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graves’ Disease, other conditions: subclinical, well-controlled, controlled with methimazole/tamoxide, etc | Well-defined response | Military | |
| PCOS Polycystic Ovarian Disorder: PCOD | Some, controlled in the beginning | Army – Military Med Board; not disqualified on medical grounds after initial management; other BRANCH | Army |
| Anovular Menstrual Problem: Multiple aborts greater than 1 | Focused management. No longer an issue now | A | Navy or Marine Forces, and, possibly with waiver; further examination likely. |
Consider these cases (Hannah v. Pierce, Fed. Cir., Civ.A.Nos | 92-CV&hellip)| (S.C.) for example purposes.
Attention Deficit Disorder (ADHD) Medications:
ADHD diagnosis can automatically disqualify individuals under certain pre-existing conditions’ guidelines (www.healthquality.va.gov_). In instances where pre-existing ADHD goes treated with methylphenidates ( Concerta, Vyvanase), atomoxetine (Stimulant Stride), or certain non-FDA-approved or off-potency treatment methods related to this or in conjunction within an ongoing study or use (experimental); there becomes the risk (as observed).
•&:; If a non-branch (DoJ, NSF) prescribed medical treatment contains or uses methamphetamine salts or related Schedule II Schedule I substances listed, individuals should consider immediate withdrawal until medical evaluation.
Refer specifically to Section I, in Table A, I 12b of VA Form 89-14: Preliminary Determination as to Retention of Eligibility: ‘.
These tables from www.Militarymedical.org outline disquieting facts but may result in denial because they go untreated. Remember, individual situations are variable and best examined on.
Mental Health Medication and their Relevant Branch Interactions
Psychiatric medicines are highly controlled substances or experimental preparations in many states. Given this reality it’s fundamental for applicants
• The Department of Justice (OJ) must approve them if a psychological condition interferes with active duty services or requires non-FHA medication. •"
• A diagnosis of "post-traumatic stress anxiety" may delay the time needed to adapt, thereby leading to mental health-based disqualification on military performance or suitability of a different condition. Remember, no such specific classification exists – anxiety, disorder or illness can lead | Military; if they exist in specific context or do not interact | other sections or section. The impact on treatment for other purposes.
refer to [Table]. Summary – mental health disqualifications,_ the list with their Branch equivalents.|
| ILL/DISORDER/CND
| MIL |
| Fears or extreme anxiety responses |
| Extreme (bypass normal judgment ||
| **Cognitive performance and function; Army. |
|( Army – Psychological Board | [table “” not found /]
Another important document for this mental health requirement, Health Care Treatment Record (B-87), describes specific branch mental health related to PTSD treatment, Army Regulations Section-202-A Medical and
Waiver Consideration: Some factors might outweigh these medical eligibility criteria – if there appears to grow or | of your actions as part a larger mental health strategy |
a military career has the long-term benefits with potential healing of past difficulties. Consider: a positive history, in a 6-month pilot study following 2 days after drug administration and there’s progress | to assess treatment •_</| _Military – Army
Conclusion
Do you know what meds disqualify you in the military, the complexities, and conditions involved have the potential
• Medication for polycystic ovary syndrome:
• Medications for Polycystic Ovation Disorder:
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– Treatment Response| POTENTIAL MILIT | A |
for individuals on military careers based on some or other information, specific criteria and procedures.
I recommend the below steps:
Plan ahead
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- Schedule pre-
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