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4:35 AM 19th June 2021
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Weekend Health: Pollen And Drug Driving

 
Photo by Brett Jordan on Unsplash
Photo by Brett Jordan on Unsplash
With the heatwave in full swing, the met office has predicted very high levels of pollen across the UK which will no doubt sting a lot of drivers. Car Insurance Expert at Confused.com, Alex Kindred, says:

“Pollen counts are high, so many motorists will be desperately relying on antihistamines to keep hay fever symptoms at bay. But it’s important to check our medication is non-drowsy, or we could be hit with a fine or driving ban, for taking certain medication that affects driving ability.

“Our research found that over half (58%) of motorists suffering from hay fever have driven after taking antihistamines and around 10% of those had felt the effects of the medication while driving.

“Some hayfever medications, such as chlorphenamine, hydroxyzine and promethazine, are known to cause drowsiness as a side effect. Our drug driving calculator looks at the legal limits for driving after taking common over-the-counter and prescription medications. Drivers who are confused about which drugs can affect their ability to drive should speak to their doctor or pharmacist for clarity.”

https://www.confused.com/car-insurance/drug-driving-calculator