Medicines that might affect driving

August 12, 2019
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New Delhi, August 12, 2019:
Some drugs that could make it dangerous to drive include:

●Opioid pain relievers

●Prescription drugs for anxiety (for example, benzodiazepines)

●Anti-seizure drugs (antiepileptic drugs)

●Antipsychotic drugs

●Some antidepressants

●Products containing codeine

●Some cold remedies and allergy products, such as antihistamines (both prescription and OTC)

●Sleeping pills

●Muscle relaxants

●Medicines that treat or control symptoms of diarrhea

●Medicines that treat or prevent symptoms of motion sickness

●Diet pills, “stay awake” drugs, and other medications with stimulants (e.g., caffeine, ephedrine, pseudoephedrine)

Also, avoid combining medication and alcohol while driving.

(Source: US FDA)

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