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can i still get a CDL to drive a semi truck if you are on medication to control blood pressure?

its not sky high , been around 140 over 85 , but i take medication I was wondering if the company like SWIFT transportation will give me a job? Have you had this experience or you know somebody else who did.

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1. As long as the meds are keeping it under control u are ok to drive. As far as Swift goes im not sure of their company policy regarding high blood pressure.
2. if it is under control with meds.the most they will do is have you do a D.O.T check up every year
3. So long as it "does not affect your ability to drive a CMV" and your doc is willing to sign the paperwork, you can still get your CDL. See: http://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/rules-regulations/administration/fmcsr/fmcsrruletext.asp?rule_toc=760&section=391.41&section_toc=1781 391.41(b)(6) BTW, swift will hire anyone with a CDL and a heartbeat. Look for a better company