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tone. Used to treat depression and
when it is necessary to raise the vital
tone. These drugs can trigger changes
in behaviour and could pose a driving
risk.
There are other drugs such as antihistami-
nes, medication for high blood pressure,
high blood sugar, etc. that could also pro-
duce harmful effects.
Change in drug regulations
On 11 October 2007, Royal Decree
1345/2007 was approved. It governs the
procedures for the approval, registration,
and dispensation of drugs for human con-
sumption which are manufactured indus-
trially (Offcial State Gazette, no. 267, 7
November). This R.D. contemplates that
These can be classifed into three main ty-
pes:
1.
Tranquilizers:
Depress psychic activity
(could affect sleep, diminish alertness,
cause blurry vision, etc.).
2.
Sedatives:
Reduce anxiety and have a
calming effect, similar to tranquilizers.
3.
Stimulants:
Act on the central nervous
system increasing the psychological
drugs that can reduce the ability to drive or
handle dangerous machinery must refect a
warning in the package.
The objective of the symbol is merely for the
patient’s information purposes. It is also
necessary to mention that drug prospectus
already contain a warning on the effects
of drugs on driving or handling dangerous
machinery.
Standard drug reference
The problem of drug dependency and abu-
se and disorders caused by any type of
substance will require special attention.
Drivers in group 1.
Non-professionals
In the case of drugs that are taken regularly
and which signifcantly affect driving ability,
it will not be possible to obtain or to renew
a driver’s license.
The abuse, dependency or disorders cau-
sed by the use of drugs will not be tolera-
ted.
When there is a history of these disorders,
it will be necessary to provide proof of ha-
ving been cured by submitting a favourable
report from a specialist who treats these
disorders.
Drivers in group 2.
Professionals
In the case of drugs that are taken regularly
and which signifcantly affect driving ability,
it will not be possible to obtain or renew a
driver’s license.
Driving: See the prospectus
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