Can a tram driver prior to commencing work take a medicine, in which the leaflet contains the following entry "during the treatment period, do not drive"?
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Correct answer
NO
Explanation
The question is about medicines whose leaflet says "w czasie stosowania preparatu nie wolno prowadzić pojazdów" (do not drive while using this product). The tram driver may not take such a medicine before starting work - the answer is NO.
Such a note in the leaflet means that the medicine may cause drowsiness, slower reactions or problems with concentration, and some medicines act similarly to alcohol. The Road Traffic Act forbids driving a vehicle after taking a substance that acts similarly to alcohol. The tram driver is responsible for the safety of many passengers, so after taking such a medicine, the driver must not drive a tram. If you have to take it, you inform your supervisor and your doctor, who will decide when you can return to work.
Legal basis: Art. 45 para. 1 point 1 of the Road Traffic Act (Prawo o ruchu drogowym)