Why is it important to ask your pharmacist about possible side effects?

Knowing how medications may affect your driving is crucial for ensuring safety on the road. Some medications can cause drowsiness, impair coordination, or affect your reaction times. By asking your pharmacist about potential side effects, you become informed about any risks associated with driving while on a particular medication. This knowledge allows you to make safer decisions, such as whether to drive after taking the medication or to seek alternative transportation when necessary.

Understanding side effects related to driving specifically helps you maintain not only your safety but also the safety of other drivers and pedestrians. This awareness is vital since driving under the influence of medication that can impair your abilities is legally and ethically questionable.