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While most people are aware of the serious dangers that can arise from driving while under the influence of alcohol, fewer people may realize that over-the-counter medications can also impair a person’s ability to drive. Even if a medication is used as directed, it can still have effects on a person’s judgment, motor skills, or other abilities related to safe driving.
If you or someone you love has been seriously injured in a car accident caused by a reckless driver, you may have grounds for pursuing financial compensation. To learn more, contact the St. Petersburg car accident lawyers of Beltz & Ruth, P.A. by calling 800-931-4369 today.
It is important to carefully read the whole bottle and any label inserts on a medication before taking it. Medications that may hinder driving ability include:
- Cold medication (either “day time” or “night time”)
- Antihistamines, especially those that are not marked “non-drowsy”
- Decongestants
Medications can have different effects for each person who takes them. It is the responsibility of the driver to test the effects of any medication before he or she gets behind the wheel. If a driver fails to take this precaution, he or she is at an increased risk for causing a motor vehicle accident.
If you or someone you love has been seriously injured in a car accident caused by a driver who was under the influence of a mind altering over the counter medication, contact the St. Petersburg personal injury lawyers of Beltz & Ruth, P.A. by calling 800-931-4369 today.