Question 7851
Depression is a serious illness that is becoming increasingly common. If you suffer from it, you should know that...
- the medications used to treat it can cause impairments that affect driving.
- you must not drive until at least one hour has passed since taking your medication.
- if you don't take medication, it has no effects on driving.
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Correct answer: the medications used to treat it can cause impairments that affect driving.
Antidepressants can cause drowsiness, tiredness, dizziness, or blurred vision. The risk is greater when you start treatment or change your dose, so avoid driving during those periods and follow your doctor’s advice. Depression also affects driving without medication.