Older drivers need to know how prescription medicines and over-the-counter drugs can affect their driving ability. Here are some examples.
Medical Condition | Type of Medication | Potential Effects on Driving |
Arthritis and rheumatism | Analgesics (pain relievers) | Drowsiness, inability to concentrate, ringing in ears |
Common cold | Antihistamines, Antitussive (cough suppressants) | Drowsiness, blurred vision, dizziness |
Fatigue | Stimulants | Overexcitability, false sense of alertness, dizziness |
Heart Arrhythmia | Antiarrythmics | Blurred vision, dizziness |
Hypertension | Antihypertensives (blood pressure drugs) | Drowsiness, blurred vision,dizziness |