AAA's Roadwise Rx

THE AAA PRESCRIPTION FOR SAFETY Know the Facts senior drivers and medications medications and older drivers In 2000, 35 million Americans were age 65 and older. By 2020-just eight years from now– that number will jump to 55 MA million The majority of them will still be licensed to drive. out of 10 drivers age 65+ take medications on a regular basis. 48 percent of seniors have never spoken to their healthcare providers about possible dangerous side effects their medications could have on driving. Medication use increases with age. 69 percent of seniors aged 55 and older regularly use one or more potentially driver-impairing prescription medications. medication effects on driving Trouble staying alert or awake Difficulty maintaining control of the vehicle Sleeping Pills Pain Relievers Difficulty concentrating on the road Codeine Tranquilizers Diet Pills Cold and Allergy Remedies Changes in demeanor Antidepressants Learn how your medications can affect safe driving at AAA.com/RoadwiseRx THE AAA PRESCRIPTION FOR SAFETY Know the Facts senior drivers and medications medications and older drivers In 2000, 35 million Americans were age 65 and older. By 2020-just eight years from now– that number will jump to 55 MA million The majority of them will still be licensed to drive. out of 10 drivers age 65+ take medications on a regular basis. 48 percent of seniors have never spoken to their healthcare providers about possible dangerous side effects their medications could have on driving. Medication use increases with age. 69 percent of seniors aged 55 and older regularly use one or more potentially driver-impairing prescription medications. medication effects on driving Trouble staying alert or awake Difficulty maintaining control of the vehicle Sleeping Pills Pain Relievers Difficulty concentrating on the road Codeine Tranquilizers Diet Pills Cold and Allergy Remedies Changes in demeanor Antidepressants Learn how your medications can affect safe driving at AAA.com/RoadwiseRx