It’s actually illegal to be driving with these prescription drugs in your system after ban warning issued

May 17, 2026 by admin

The expert told Birmingham Live: “Opioid painkillers, tranquillisers, and certain antidepressants are examples of medicines that can affect driving ability – as well as those that cause drowsiness or say ‘do not operate heavy machinery.”

‌Road safety charity, Brake, added that these warnings can be ‘vague or in small print only’ and ‘they may indicate there is a risk of impairment but not relate it to driving’.

This is why it’s always important to seek advice if you’re unsure, so we can keep the roads safe for everyone.