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Benzodiazepine driving counselling — GPhC CRA MCQ

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A 44-year-old man receives diazepam 2mg tablets for acute muscle spasm. He drives for work and asks whether he can take the first dose before driving home. What would you advise the patient?

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Correct answer: C — Avoid driving if drowsy, dizzy or unable to drive safely

Diazepam can impair alertness, reaction time and driving ability. The patient should avoid driving if affected and should understand legal responsibilities around driving while impaired. Alcohol increases sedation and should be avoided. Taking extra doses increases harm.

Reference: BNF; MEP