As the weather gets drier and warmer, hay fever suffers may have to break out their antihistamines to alleviate sniffly symptoms.
However, a warning has been issued over using these drugs while behind the wheel, as they could lead to some serious convictions. Antihistamines can cause hay fever sufferers to experience drowsiness, reduced reaction times, decreased coordination and judgement as well as blurred vision.
Price comparison site Quotezone warns that it is illegal to drive with drugs - even if they are legal - in the body if it impairs driving in Scotland. If convicted, motorists could expect to receive at least a one-year driving ban, unlimited fines, up to six months in prison and a criminal record.
