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What should you do if you're taking medication that could affect your driving?

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Seek medical advice

Make short journeys only

Drive only at night

Drink plenty of water

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Seek medical adviceThis was the right answer

Check all medicines for their side-effects, such as drowsiness. If you're unsure, ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain how you might be affected by the medication.

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Rule 96Highway Code rule · The exact remedy for uncertainty or drowsiness from medicines is doctor/pharmacist advice and not driving while impaired; slower driving and a trial journey are not safeguards.

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