Drivers with hayfever face being 'disqualified' over 'five words' on back of medication

Drivers with hayfever face being DISQUALIFIED over five words on the back of their medication, according to warnings. Motorists who drive with hayfever amid the ongoing summer months are at risk of huge fines and even having their licence taken away.

Greg Wilson, CEO and car insurance expert at Quotezone.co.uk, said: "It may be hard to believe taking your hay fever tablets could land you a criminal conviction, which is why we wanted to issue an urgent warning to those who suffer with seasonal allergies.

"If you are one of the millions of Brits who suffer from hay fever, it is imperative you check the side effects of any medicines you are taking." He continued: "We're urging drivers who suffer from summer allergies to check the details of their medication to avoid potentially serious charges.

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"Any medication that says 'do not operate heavy machinery' includes the use of a car, so drivers need to be on the lookout for such warnings and read all instructions carefully. If in doubt, ask the pharmacist and err on the side of caution."

The NHS explains: "Hay fever is a common allergy that causes sneezing, coughing and itchy eyes. You cannot cure it, but there are things you can do to help your symptoms, or medicines you can take to help." Symptoms of hay fever include sneezing and coughing.

Other signs, according to the NHS website, are a runny or blocked nose as well as itchy, red or watery eyes, itchy throat, mouth, nose and ears and a loss of smell, alongside pain around the sides of your head and your forehead, headache and also feeling tired.

The NHS states: "Symptoms are usually worse between late March and September, especially when it's warm, humid and windy. This is when the pollen count is at its highest."