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You've just taken some cough medicine given to you by a friend. What should you do before you drive your car?

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Ask your friend if taking the medicine affected their driving

Drink some strong coffee one hour before driving

Check the label to see if the medicine could affect your driving

Drive a short distance to see if the medicine is affecting your driving

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Check the label to see if the medicine could affect your drivingThis was the right answer

Never drive if you've taken medicine without first checking what the side-effects might be. Many over-the-counter medicines carry a warning that they may cause drowsiness. They can affect your judgement and perception, and therefore your ability to drive safely.

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Medical conditions, disabilities and drivingReviewed guidance summary · DVLA owns medical licensing; check medicine effects and do not drive until fit rather than relying on feeling slightly better.

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