NHTSA If You Feel Different, You Drive Different

Drugged driving has become a major problem on roadways in California and throughout the U.S., and while most people know that illegal drugs are unsafe behind the wheel, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is still getting the word out about the dangers of other types of substances.  

Any medication or drug that can impact your wakefulness, cognition, reaction times or alertness can be dangerous behind the wheel. It’s not just illegal drugs that are unsafe when mixed with driving. Certain over-the-counter and legally-prescribed medications are also dangerous for drivers.  

If You Feel Different, You Drive Different Campaign 

The If You Feel Different, You Drive Different campaign is aimed at raising awareness about the many different substances that can be dangerous when mixed with driving. If a medication makes you feel different, it isn’t safe to drive with. Even some commonly used over-the-counter medications that cause drowsiness can be extremely dangerous behind the wheel.  

If you’re not sure if a medication you’re taking is safe to take while driving, read the box or insert it came with. Additional questions can also be brought up with your pharmacist or doctor. If a medication says that you shouldn’t be operating heavy machinery while taking it, you shouldn’t be driving a motor vehicle.  

Share The Road Safely  

Other motorists are counting on the drivers they share the road with to show up alert, awake and with full functioning cognitive abilities. Nobody wants to share the road with somebody who is at risk of falling asleep or has reduced reaction times due to medication. It simply isn’t safe.  

Sharing the road is all about making safe choices for yourself and the community you drive in. Making a commitment to distraction free driving and staying sober are two of the best ways to make a positive impact on the roadways in your community.  

If you have been injured or if you have lost a loved one in a car accident caused by a drugged driver in San Diego or anywhere in Southern California, contact the skilled and proven team at Harris Personal Injury Lawyers, Inc. at 1.800.GO.HARRIS for a free case consultation today.