Prescriptions, over-the-counter medications and herbal supplements can make it unsafe to drive. Many medications can:

• Cause drowsiness
• Decrease energy
• Slow reaction time

These effects can be worse when certain medications are taken together or with alcohol.

Some of the medications that affect driving include:

• Tranquilizers
• Pain pills
• Sleep medicines
• Antidepressants
• Cough medicines
• Antihistamines
• Decongestants

Talk to your doctor or pharmacist:

• Inform your doctor about over-the-counter medication you are taking. It could interact with prescription drugs and cause side effects.
• Discuss your medication and its effects on your driving
• Before stopping any medication
• When you start taking a new medication
• If medication makes you feel sleepy or disoriented

Plan other ways to get around if your medications will affect your driving.