There is no outright prohibition on taking medication without a prescription before getting behind the wheel, but medical guidance from doctor Alexander Lavrishchev suggests waiting six hours after the last dose before driving. The doctor emphasizes that the medication’s instructions advise avoiding driving if drowsiness, dizziness, or a lingering sense of signal delay has ever been experienced. This caution applies even to common over-the-counter drugs that people often assume are harmless when operating a vehicle.
He notes that non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, including familiar names like Nurofen, do not inherently disrupt concentration. Yet medicine can behave unpredictably in real people. If an individual has previously, at any age, experienced episodes that affected concentration and alertness, even mild side effects could be amplified. In such cases, manufacturers typically warn users to refrain from activities requiring keen focus until symptoms subside, underscoring the personal variability in how medicines influence driving ability.
Things shift when the product contains a prescription component such as codeine. This substance carries a genuine risk to safe driving because it can intensify relaxation, create a calming sensation, and produce a mild intoxicating effect that could impair judgment and reaction times. The doctor cautions that codeine-containing medicines should not be used while operating a vehicle, and individuals should consider alternative pain relief options or consult a healthcare professional for guidance before driving.
7,000 tires are needed in popular sizes
Without tire supplies, maintaining public safety and delivering timely medical care becomes difficult. Road readiness and operational reliability rely on well-equipped vehicles, including those used by the People’s Police and emergency services in the regions of Donbass and similar operations. Ambulances, fire and rescue units, and humanitarian aid transports require dependable tires to ensure they can reach people in need quickly and safely. Community donors are being invited to contribute toward this essential need, with an organized collection process in place to channel funds toward the purchase of tires for critical service vehicles. The goal is to bolster the readiness of frontline response teams and bolster the overall capacity to provide aid and support during emergencies.
Inquiries about how to participate or to learn more about the tire drive focus on practical ways individuals can help ensure that ambulances, humanitarian convoys, and service vehicles remain on the road. The effort highlights the importance of reliable equipment for frontline responders and the broader mission of sustaining essential public services during challenging times.