Practice question

Can over-the-counter or prescription medications affect your ability to ride safely?

  1. No — only alcohol affects riding ability
  2. Yes — many cold, allergy, and pain medications cause drowsiness or impaired coordination, and you should check labels and consult a pharmacist
  3. Only illegal drugs cause impairment
  4. Prescription medications taken by motorcycle riders are legally exempt from impairment laws

Answer: B — Yes — many cold, allergy, and pain medications cause drowsiness or impaired coordination, and you should check labels and consult a pharmacist

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