If you think that the term 'drug driving' refers only to cannabis, ecstasy, cocaine and the like, it's time to think again. Medication prescribed by your doctor, may affect your driving ability. Seemingly harmless remedies such as cough medicines, cold and flu treatments, pain killers, antihistamines and even eye drops can impair you driving. That's why the Road Traffic Act 1988 clearly states that:

'you must not drive under the influence of drugs or medicine'.

Before you drive, it is vitally important to double check with your doctor or pharmacist about the possible effects of any prescribed or non-prescription medication. Look out for warnings printed on medicine bottles or pill boxes. Even though these might not specifically mention driving, warnings such as 'do not operate machinery' are a clear sign that you shouldn't be driving either.

And remember - it is your responsibility to find out about any possible impairing effects of your medication before you drive as ignorance cannot be used as any kind of defence in a court of law.

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