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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago

I have to drive a 90 mile round trip 3 times a week to take my son to hospital for treatment and am finding it really difficult not to fall asleep at the wheel.....especially if we have to go late afternoon...im not so bad first thing. Any tips or advice will be appreciated . Thanks

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By *averiMan
over a year ago

Swindon to bristol

I drive a lot...often after a long haul flight. I drink coffee, redbull etc but they all have limited time effect. A break and a bit of a walk is good.

Just make sure you are safe...if you really feel tired stop and take a rest.

Sory to hear why you are having to make these trips..I hope everything works out for the best. Ian xx

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I spend a lot of time in my car with work and had a similar problem in the past - but I found opening a window and listening to some really loud music usually helps get me through.

Failing that, stop for a break and grab some strongish coffee & maybe some chocolate (for the sugar) while you're there - always better safe than sorry!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Driving tired is as selfish, as stupid and most importantly as dangerous as driving after a drink. There is only one answer rest more so you aren't tired.

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago

Thankyou for the advice. I tend to drink.lucozade but it seems to have no effect at all. Not sure about trying pro plus or something as never really used them before? The music is always blastin courtesy of my boy.... Now 84 full pelt lol

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

i do this alot and have had a few hair raising experiences driving home at 3/4am for an hours drive.

Opening the windows full blast is good to refresh,also sipping drinks every few mins,or sweets or dried fruit or something/nuts.Basically i found i cant munch and fall asleep at the same time!!

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By *ugby 123Couple
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over a year ago

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"I have to drive a 90 mile round trip 3 times a week to take my son to hospital for treatment and am finding it really difficult not to fall asleep at the wheel.....especially if we have to go late afternoon...im not so bad first thing. Any tips or advice will be appreciated . Thanks "

Pull over until you are not too tired to drive.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

and red bull is really good for me as a temporary help.i use it on nightshifts..it really does help!!

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Driving tired is as selfish, as stupid and most importantly as dangerous as driving after a drink. There is only one answer rest more so you aren't tired."

Im not driving tired i become tired whilst driving if you get me. Unfortunately if i dont make the drive then.my son wont get his medication and will become dangerously ill. Sorry if that seems selfish.

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By *unky monkeyMan
over a year ago

in the night garden

Make a CD of your most hated songs and play it on loop.

You might not be in the most pleasant of moods but the hate will keep you awake.

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By *etillanteWoman
over a year ago

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Have a word with your GP explaining the situation and ask him if he can arrange for the appointments to be in the morning

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"I have to drive a 90 mile round trip 3 times a week to take my son to hospital for treatment and am finding it really difficult not to fall asleep at the wheel.....especially if we have to go late afternoon...im not so bad first thing. Any tips or advice will be appreciated . Thanks

Pull over until you are not too tired to drive."

Yes i know was just wondering if anybody had any tips on how not to get tired in the first.place whilst driving as its the drive itself which is making me tired.

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Have a word with your GP explaining the situation and ask him if he can arrange for the appointments to be in the morning"

Its not via a GP...there is only.one specialist nurse who does it for paediatrics so.if she happens to be on a home visit or something in the morning then we have to go.later. But we go.early whenever we can

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

this might sound silly but it does work after long driving keep a cold bottol of water next to your drivers seat and spalsh some of this on your face and head. it will feel like a cold slap to the brain and snap you awake i promise you.it sounds painful but its more refreshing x

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Make a CD of your most hated songs and play it on loop.

You might not be in the most pleasant of moods but the hate will keep you awake."

Lol thanks this sounds like a plan

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Drive with window open Also caffeine based drinks have a limited effect and will actually make you feel more tired when they wear off.

As a side note can your son not get the treatment closer to home ?? If its that bad then surely the NHS should accomodate your travelling issue ? Perhaps speak to your GP and find out a closer option ? Forgive me if its not an option though

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

15 - 20min nap style rest helps way more than too much sleep...im thinking in terms of you doing that if get chance whilst at destination.

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By *atisfy janeWoman
over a year ago

Torquay

Surely you can get this important medication on a repeat prescription if it is an on going condition?

Your local pharmacy can then have it ready for you as and when it is needed.

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Drive with window open Also caffeine based drinks have a limited effect and will actually make you feel more tired when they wear off.

As a side note can your son not get the treatment closer to home ?? If its that bad then surely the NHS should accomodate your travelling issue ? Perhaps speak to your GP and find out a closer option ? Forgive me if its not an option though "

The.nhs cover reimbursh my petrol and parking. They are the nearest specialists for my sons condition we are lucky there are many ithers with the same condition.who have to.travel a lot further than us. Up.until recently we were home treating as he had a central i.v line in situ but that had to be removed due to.infection. He is the list for a new one x

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By *atisfy janeWoman
over a year ago

Torquay


"Drive with window open Also caffeine based drinks have a limited effect and will actually make you feel more tired when they wear off.

As a side note can your son not get the treatment closer to home ?? If its that bad then surely the NHS should accomodate your travelling issue ? Perhaps speak to your GP and find out a closer option ? Forgive me if its not an option though "

It should always be an option if it is an on going condition....

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Drive with window open Also caffeine based drinks have a limited effect and will actually make you feel more tired when they wear off.

As a side note can your son not get the treatment closer to home ?? If its that bad then surely the NHS should accomodate your travelling issue ? Perhaps speak to your GP and find out a closer option ? Forgive me if its not an option though

The.nhs cover reimbursh my petrol and parking. They are the nearest specialists for my sons condition we are lucky there are many ithers with the same condition.who have to.travel a lot further than us. Up.until recently we were home treating as he had a central i.v line in situ but that had to be removed due to.infection. He is the list for a new one x"

Aww ok thats fair enough and apologies, hope all goes well for you x

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Drive with window open Also caffeine based drinks have a limited effect and will actually make you feel more tired when they wear off.

As a side note can your son not get the treatment closer to home ?? If its that bad then surely the NHS should accomodate your travelling issue ? Perhaps speak to your GP and find out a closer option ? Forgive me if its not an option though

It should always be an option if it is an on going condition...."

We have home treated for years but his central.line had to be removed due to infection.so waiting for a new one x

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Surely you can get this important medication on a repeat prescription if it is an on going condition?

Your local pharmacy can then have it ready for you as and when it is needed."

It is given intravenously we have a home delivery ever month.but i am.not trained to administer it.peripherally due to his age and small veins.

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By *un_JuiceCouple
over a year ago

Nr Chester

The jury is out on the little known stimulants in energy drinks, some countries have banned them because they were brought about for use prior to excercise and if excersise isn,'t on the agenda they can have long term effects in high useage. It's recommended no more than 1-2 cans. In emergencys I use Asda,Sainsburys own glucose & caffeine tablets, but only when desperate.

A better diet, a sensible one. Right foods, right time and sufficient sleep will help. Nuts are a good source of energy, we regularly eat walnut,almonds & hazelnuts. Aldi also do packets of sugared mango. I found this to be very useful whilst out riding.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I travel a lot all over the place, I just take off and go wherever, but when I'm tired, I stop.

All I need is 20 mins of shut eye and I'm ok.

No point risking an almighty bang-up/possibly killing someone else just because I couldn't be arsed to stop.

It's about as bad or at least, equal to driving while pissed.

Ben

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"The jury is out on the little known stimulants in energy drinks, some countries have banned them because they were brought about for use prior to excercise and if excersise isn,'t on the agenda they can have long term effects in high useage. It's recommended no more than 1-2 cans. In emergencys I use Asda,Sainsburys own glucose & caffeine tablets, but only when desperate.

A better diet, a sensible one. Right foods, right time and sufficient sleep will help. Nuts are a good source of energy, we regularly eat walnut,almonds & hazelnuts. Aldi also do packets of sugared mango. I found this to be very useful whilst out riding."

Thankyou. I.may.try the sugared fruits x

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By *pecifically1Woman
over a year ago

Hull


"I have to drive a 90 mile round trip 3 times a week to take my son to hospital for treatment and am finding it really difficult not to fall asleep at the wheel.....especially if we have to go late afternoon...im not so bad first thing. Any tips or advice will be appreciated . Thanks "

sing at the top of your voice it forces you to take more oxygen into your lungs therefore keeping you awake, you also focus on the words which keeps your brain stimulated

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I know this might sound a bit obscure but buy yourself some yellow lense glasses to cut down on glare,they are especially good for driving at night as they diffuse on comming car headlights.

They actually proven to relieve tension also drive with the air con set to cold or you could try leaving your drivers side window down a touch.

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By *ugby 123Couple
Forum Mod
over a year ago

O o O oo


"Driving tired is as selfish, as stupid and most importantly as dangerous as driving after a drink. There is only one answer rest more so you aren't tired.

Im not driving tired i become tired whilst driving if you get me. Unfortunately if i dont make the drive then.my son wont get his medication and will become dangerously ill. Sorry if that seems selfish."

My advice would be the same s my last post. When you get tired stop the car and rest until you are not tired.

It will add on twenty minutes or so to your journey but you and other drivers will be safer.

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By *un_JuiceCouple
over a year ago

Nr Chester


"Thankyou. I.may.try the sugared fruits x"

A couple of typos, we're both off and tired after a meet last night.

Just be aware of the amount of sugar that is in them. I eat a whole packet on nights and the content per 100gm was silly

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By *john121Man
over a year ago

staffs


"I have to drive a 90 mile round trip 3 times a week to take my son to hospital for treatment and am finding it really difficult not to fall asleep at the wheel.....especially if we have to go late afternoon...im not so bad first thing. Any tips or advice will be appreciated . Thanks

Pull over until you are not too tired to drive."

Take a break! It's the only thing to do, all caffeine products will offer a boost but rest is the best option.

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By *ittle_brat_evie!!Woman
over a year ago

evesham

You obviously care for and live your son so u am at a loss as to why you would continue to drive him in such a dangerous condition. Plan your trip to take longer and have several breaks.

All the stimulants will do is perk you up for a short amount of time then send you crashing down even worse afterwards. Look at the glycerin index if them and they are sky high!!

Eat foods that are longer releasing glucose if you must but really the only thing is to stop and have breaks. You are not only putting yours and yours sons life at great Rusk continuing to drive whilst tired but everyone else's lives on the road as well.

If this was a trucker asking the same question I wonder what your reaction would be?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Obviously the best thing is to avoid driving when you're tired (or likely to be tired) but if you find yourself unavoidably/unexpectedly in the middle of a long drive and drowsy, try either or preferably all of the following:

1. Pull over drink a strong coffee, then have a 10-15 minute nap, then get out of the car and walk around for a bit.

2. Drink more coffee or a caffeine 'energy' drink (I prefer Relentless to Red Bull, but they all do the same job).

3. Chew gum while you're driving.

4. Get your son to talk to you, get a coversation going.

Hope this helps...

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"You obviously care for and live your son so u am at a loss as to why you would continue to drive him in such a dangerous condition. Plan your trip to take longer and have several breaks.

All the stimulants will do is perk you up for a short amount of time then send you crashing down even worse afterwards. Look at the glycerin index if them and they are sky high!!

Eat foods that are longer releasing glucose if you must but really the only thing is to stop and have breaks. You are not only putting yours and yours sons life at great Rusk continuing to drive whilst tired but everyone else's lives on the road as well.

If this was a trucker asking the same question I wonder what your reaction would be? "

She didn't say she started driving tired but that she got tired while driving and I think considering why she is doing the driving she doesn't need someone telling her she is being a danger .

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Driving tired is as selfish, as stupid and most importantly as dangerous as driving after a drink. There is only one answer rest more so you aren't tired.

Im not driving tired i become tired whilst driving if you get me. Unfortunately if i dont make the drive then.my son wont get his medication and will become dangerously ill. Sorry if that seems selfish."

It doesn't seem selfish, it IS selfish. If you are tired pull over and take a break. End of. And that simple.

I have every sympathy for you and your son but am shocked at the lack of consideration and respect that you appear to have towards other road users. As posted above, if a truck driver asked this, the response I suspect would be very different. Out of interest how would you feel if your son was in a taxi and the driver was tired? I suspect you'd be far from happy.

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By * n zCouple
over a year ago

leamington spa

I have a 2 hour journey on at least a fortnightly basis, and as you say you can start off ok, but get tired whilst driving...........

Don't get too warm as that makes you sleepy, and as others have said chew gum, open window, listen to radio and take a break and have a coffee.

A

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By *ittle_brat_evie!!Woman
over a year ago

evesham


"You obviously care for and live your son so u am at a loss as to why you would continue to drive him in such a dangerous condition. Plan your trip to take longer and have several breaks.

All the stimulants will do is perk you up for a short amount of time then send you crashing down even worse afterwards. Look at the glycerin index if them and they are sky high!!

Eat foods that are longer releasing glucose if you must but really the only thing is to stop and have breaks. You are not only putting yours and yours sons life at great Rusk continuing to drive whilst tired but everyone else's lives on the road as well.

If this was a trucker asking the same question I wonder what your reaction would be?

She didn't say she started driving tired but that she got tired while driving and I think considering why she is doing the driving she doesn't need someone telling her she is being a danger ."

So providing I am taking someone tithe hospital I am ok to drive whilst tired am I?

I'm sorry if you or the OP are offended by what I put but they are the facts of the situation. Even if she didn't start out tired she continues to drive tired and that IS dangerous. Consider how far you travel while your eyes are shut for even a second driving at 70mph on a motorway??

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Slayer/Dimmu Borgir on full blast.

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By *limBobStretchedPantsMan
over a year ago

Newcastle

Do you wear glasses??

I used to get eye strain and become tired because the scenery is moving your eyes work harder to focus. This can have the same affect as what we perceive to be tiredness. Strains in the forehead and around the eyes, you start yawning caus your brain requires more oxygen.

Head to an optician and have a double check you never know

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"You obviously care for and live your son so u am at a loss as to why you would continue to drive him in such a dangerous condition. Plan your trip to take longer and have several breaks.

All the stimulants will do is perk you up for a short amount of time then send you crashing down even worse afterwards. Look at the glycerin index if them and they are sky high!!

Eat foods that are longer releasing glucose if you must but really the only thing is to stop and have breaks. You are not only putting yours and yours sons life at great Rusk continuing to drive whilst tired but everyone else's lives on the road as well.

If this was a trucker asking the same question I wonder what your reaction would be?

She didn't say she started driving tired but that she got tired while driving and I think considering why she is doing the driving she doesn't need someone telling her she is being a danger .

So providing I am taking someone tithe hospital I am ok to drive whilst tired am I?

I'm sorry if you or the OP are offended by what I put but they are the facts of the situation. Even if she didn't start out tired she continues to drive tired and that IS dangerous. Consider how far you travel while your eyes are shut for even a second driving at 70mph on a motorway??"

She asked for ways to help with that so she must realise what she is doing is dangerous otherwise she wouldn't have asked for ways to help. You could have just given the tips without the need to tell her about being dangerous.

Just makes my blood boil when someone asks for help and they then get grief for doing so.

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By *azzaahhWoman
over a year ago

north wales / chester

Can you not get patient transport provided for you ????

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By *ittle_brat_evie!!Woman
over a year ago

evesham


"You obviously care for and live your son so u am at a loss as to why you would continue to drive him in such a dangerous condition. Plan your trip to take longer and have several breaks.

All the stimulants will do is perk you up for a short amount of time then send you crashing down even worse afterwards. Look at the glycerin index if them and they are sky high!!

Eat foods that are longer releasing glucose if you must but really the only thing is to stop and have breaks. You are not only putting yours and yours sons life at great Rusk continuing to drive whilst tired but everyone else's lives on the road as well.

If this was a trucker asking the same question I wonder what your reaction would be?

She didn't say she started driving tired but that she got tired while driving and I think considering why she is doing the driving she doesn't need someone telling her she is being a danger .

So providing I am taking someone tithe hospital I am ok to drive whilst tired am I?

I'm sorry if you or the OP are offended by what I put but they are the facts of the situation. Even if she didn't start out tired she continues to drive tired and that IS dangerous. Consider how far you travel while your eyes are shut for even a second driving at 70mph on a motorway??

She asked for ways to help with that so she must realise what she is doing is dangerous otherwise she wouldn't have asked for ways to help. You could have just given the tips without the need to tell her about being dangerous.

Just makes my blood boil when someone asks for help and they then get grief for doing so. "

And I gave her ways to help. Plan longer journeys and have breaks. Don't drink stimulants as they make it worse.

Better the lectures come on here than from the police or courts don't you think?

Anyway I'm gonna leave it there as us arguing the toss isn't helping the OP.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

The bottom line is the journey has to be made for her sons treatment to continue. What a horrible situation to be in, the op recognises that it's dangerous to be behind the wheel tired if not she wouldn't have asked for advice, I think the last thing she needs is the third degree when all she did was come on here for some friendly advice. Looking after a sick child is tiring in itself x

If you can leave earlier then do it. Pull over in a safe place and have a nap a few times during the journey, windows down and loud music. Try singing to your child, sounds silly but works for me x good luck. Hope he gets his new shunt soon (I think that's what you said he was waiting for! )

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago

Thanks to all those who gave helpful advice. I appreciate it thankyou

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By *inkershoes69Woman
over a year ago

maidstone


"The bottom line is the journey has to be made for her sons treatment to continue. What a horrible situation to be in, the op recognises that it's dangerous to be behind the wheel tired if not she wouldn't have asked for advice, I think the last thing she needs is the third degree when all she did was come on here for some friendly advice. Looking after a sick child is tiring in itself x

If you can leave earlier then do it. Pull over in a safe place and have a nap a few times during the journey, windows down and loud music. Try singing to your child, sounds silly but works for me x good luck. Hope he gets his new shunt soon (I think that's what you said he was waiting for! )

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

After nearly causing 2 accidents because I was driving while tired, nowadays I would pull into the next service station/layby and have a kip, and I plan a break for every 2h or so of driving when I plan my journeys.

Better to be safe than sorry.

Keeping the temperature in the car low, opening windows, chewing gum etc. would help for a short time, only power nap does the trick for me.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"The bottom line is the journey has to be made for her sons treatment to continue. What a horrible situation to be in, the op recognises that it's dangerous to be behind the wheel tired if not she wouldn't have asked for advice, I think the last thing she needs is the third degree when all she did was come on here for some friendly advice. Looking after a sick child is tiring in itself x

If you can leave earlier then do it. Pull over in a safe place and have a nap a few times during the journey, windows down and loud music. Try singing to your child, sounds silly but works for me x good luck. Hope he gets his new shunt soon (I think that's what you said he was waiting for! )

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By *atisfy janeWoman
over a year ago

Torquay

I'm not sure how long it takes you to make this 45 mile journey?, hard to guess not knowing the roads you use.

Shouldn't be more than an hour at most though, if you find yourself falling asleep in the first hour of driving in daylight you yourself may well have an underlying medical condition that you need to have addressed by your doctor.

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"The bottom line is the journey has to be made for her sons treatment to continue. What a horrible situation to be in, the op recognises that it's dangerous to be behind the wheel tired if not she wouldn't have asked for advice, I think the last thing she needs is the third degree when all she did was come on here for some friendly advice. Looking after a sick child is tiring in itself x

If you can leave earlier then do it. Pull over in a safe place and have a nap a few times during the journey, windows down and loud music. Try singing to your child, sounds silly but works for me x good luck. Hope he gets his new shunt soon (I think that's what you said he was waiting for! )

"

No worries im thick skinned i dont take offence. I think a lot of people missed my point....i am never tired when i begin driving. I become tired when i am driving.....driving makes me tired. The journey is unavoidable and yes i do stop.if.i.need to. I just wondered.if anyone could advise.on ways of preventing the tiredness from.occuring and thanks again to those who have

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I travel on bikes and in cars all the time, one of the problems is the sitting position, it encourages shallow breaths and relaxes the body...

On the bike I often ride 1000 miles plus in a single hit, caffeine, sugar, window open, or fresh air are all important but the trick is to sing! force yourself to take deep breaths, so make the music sing along.

If you are unable to sing due to company then just breath to the bottom of your lungs try to sit straight backed.

And yes even if it's 10 miles to home if your concentration has gone stop, take a walk, then do that last bit. Much safer than just pushing yourself too hard.

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By *quirrelMan
over a year ago

East Manchester

I drive large distances quite regularly and find that the mind numbing boredom of driving along desolate motorways for hours is the main problem with me staying awake.

Is there an alternative route you could take which requires you to steer, accelerate and brake at regular intervals? this will help you concentrate better if you have to be aware of whats going on instead of just sitting in the same lane of the motorway for a large part of your journey. Apart from that there is no substitute for getting sufficient sleep prior to the journey.

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"I drive large distances quite regularly and find that the mind numbing boredom of driving along desolate motorways for hours is the main problem with me staying awake.

Is there an alternative route you could take which requires you to steer, accelerate and brake at regular intervals? this will help you concentrate better if you have to be aware of whats going on instead of just sitting in the same lane of the motorway for a large part of your journey. Apart from that there is no substitute for getting sufficient sleep prior to the journey."

I think it is the fact that it is mostly a motorwat journey and that i do.it so regularly. I have tried taking a scenic route but got lost lol.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

is there nobody that can accompany you on these trips? or share the driving?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I drive large distances quite regularly and find that the mind numbing boredom of driving along desolate motorways for hours is the main problem with me staying awake.

Is there an alternative route you could take which requires you to steer, accelerate and brake at regular intervals? this will help you concentrate better if you have to be aware of whats going on instead of just sitting in the same lane of the motorway for a large part of your journey. Apart from that there is no substitute for getting sufficient sleep prior to the journey.

I think it is the fact that it is mostly a motorwat journey and that i do.it so regularly. I have tried taking a scenic route but got lost lol."
my old boss used to say to me dont get comfy when your driving, the driver seat aint an armchair, always taken that advice on longer trips and it works, dont have to be uncomfy just dont put the seat in a position that you can get over comfy in

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"is there nobody that can accompany you on these trips? or share the driving?

"

My.mother will take him when.she can so.i get a break x

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By *ugby 123Couple
Forum Mod
over a year ago

O o O oo

Am I the only one who is thinking that all these tired folk drinking coffee /chewing gum faster/singing loudly etc etc to keep themselves awake is dangerous?

I am just hoping you all don't use the same roads as me

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

fear of death would keep me awake

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By *rightonsteveMan
over a year ago

Brighton - even Hove!


"Am I the only one who is thinking that all these tired folk drinking coffee /chewing gum faster/singing loudly etc etc to keep themselves awake is dangerous?

I am just hoping you all don't use the same roads as me "

Try not to drive when tired. What if you were involved in an accident? What about your son? When you're tired, your reactions are slower. Loud music, fresh air, water splash, coffee will only do so much.

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By *ugby 123Couple
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"Am I the only one who is thinking that all these tired folk drinking coffee /chewing gum faster/singing loudly etc etc to keep themselves awake is dangerous?

I am just hoping you all don't use the same roads as me

Try not to drive when tired. What if you were involved in an accident? What about your son? When you're tired, your reactions are slower. Loud music, fresh air, water splash, coffee will only do so much. "

Psssttt it wasn't me who asked for tips

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I average between 30 and 40,000 miles a year.

I do a lot of the things people have said not to - drink coffee/red bull, wind the windows down, play loud music and sing (badly!) - but the golden rule I have is that if ever tired - pull over and go got a stroll - either motorway services, side streets or country lanes.

On some occasions I've turned up slightly late. But on every occasion I've turned up in one piece!

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over a year ago


"Am I the only one who is thinking that all these tired folk drinking coffee /chewing gum faster/singing loudly etc etc to keep themselves awake is dangerous?

I am just hoping you all don't use the same roads as me "

Gona be in Derbyshire in August, best you stay indoors

Actually don't drive tired very far, only to the next stop place, but know I would soon get tired if I don't force myself to breath properly.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I have to drive a 90 mile round trip 3 times a week to take my son to hospital for treatment and am finding it really difficult not to fall asleep at the wheel.....especially if we have to go late afternoon...im not so bad first thing. Any tips or advice will be appreciated . Thanks "

I drive about 90k a year for my job so 270 miles spread over three journeys in a week would be like popping down the shops for me!

I would urge you NOT to touch anything like Red Bull, ProPlus or any other kind of stimulant because they wear off VERY quickly and that could be in the middle of the journey home.

You really need to have a nap before each leg of the journey if you can (even just 15 mins in the car if that's all you can manage), and learn to relax as much as possible while driving - not easy with Now 84 blaring out!!

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By *ogistical NightmaresCouple
over a year ago

Manchester Area


"Driving tired is as selfish, as stupid and most importantly as dangerous as driving after a drink. There is only one answer rest more so you aren't tired."

Disagree... driving while d*unk is BOTH stupid and done through an ill made-choice.

Sometimes driving has to be done when tired, each case is different... basically never judge a person till you have walked a mile in their shoes

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By *icecouple561Couple
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over a year ago

East Sussex


"Driving tired is as selfish, as stupid and most importantly as dangerous as driving after a drink. There is only one answer rest more so you aren't tired.

Im not driving tired i become tired whilst driving if you get me. Unfortunately if i dont make the drive then.my son wont get his medication and will become dangerously ill. Sorry if that seems selfish."

Then if possible you should leave 20 minutes earlier so that you can pull over and rest.It sounds horrible but no amount of medication will help if you have a bad accident.

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By *ugby 123Couple
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over a year ago

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"Am I the only one who is thinking that all these tired folk drinking coffee /chewing gum faster/singing loudly etc etc to keep themselves awake is dangerous?

I am just hoping you all don't use the same roads as me

Gona be in Derbyshire in August, best you stay indoors

Actually don't drive tired very far, only to the next stop place, but know I would soon get tired if I don't force myself to breath properly. "

Send me the dates please

If I have to go out over that time I will make sure I take my ear plugs for the singing

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By *eavenNhellCouple
over a year ago

carrbrook stalybridge

OP are you getting sleepy tired or just runningow on energy ?

If your getting sleepy tired don't have too much to eat before driving only drink water turn down heating / open window .

If your running low on energy try jellybabys as they are high on sugar (for energy) but low on fat .also try keeping your brain active by setting your self quizzes etc as you drive varying your route can help as it takes away the familiar that can lul you off ( switch off the sat nav) and again make your brain work .main thing is if you do feel drowsy stop where safe have a 15 min power nap then get out the car stretch go for a short walk to re energise then off you go

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By *onderballsMan
over a year ago

Funky Town

I drive a lot. I find if I put my hand out of the window and cool down my palm it wakes me up. If this is then placed on the back of my neck im ok for another hour or so. Take a drink of water and good music and try not to rush, stress is very tireing.Good luck with the treatment

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By *r and mrs sanddancerCouple
over a year ago

BOLDON COLLIERY

one possibility not mentioned

how old is the car ? no normal person should feel tired after driving 45 miles.

get the boot seal checked it could be exhaust fumes coming in through the boot and causing mild carbon-monoxide poisoning.

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By *r and mrs sanddancerCouple
over a year ago

BOLDON COLLIERY

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I drive a 110 mile trip every Friday and Monday and I never feel tired. I think it is because I am relaxed in the car but alert. Have a think as to whether or not the driving is stressing you. Or perhaps its the pressure of your son not being well.

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By *abioMan
over a year ago

Newcastle and Gateshead

actually I have the same issue at work from time to time sitting at my desk.... and what they put it down to is actually a blood sugar count getting really low to the point of crashing....

which is why if you have afternoon naps which old people sometimes get derided for.. it is commonly this.....

see your gp.... there are some very simple solutions.... caffine being one (coffee/energy drinks).... like others have said... letting air in helps.....

if it is a blood sugar level issue... can be solve by having something as simple as jelly babies...

(sports people love jelly babies because they are all sugar and no fat... so raises the levels and gives you more energy.....

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

The best tip that I know works is get one of them bloody awful bead seat covers from the 90s. They were that uncomfortable you thought the Spanish inquisition was in town and there is no way you would sleep at the wheel sat on one of them.

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By *heWolfMan
over a year ago

warwickshire


"On the bike I often ride 1000 miles plus in a single hit "

Jesus, you must have an arse of steel. I did a couple of 350 mile runs a couple of years ago and I didn't know which hurt more - my arse when I was sitting, or my arse when I stood on the footpegs. I was in utter agony (and I have had more than a few good arse-wallopings from CP enthusiast Dommes in my time too, so I'm not a wuss).

Even with a Corbin seat I'll only do 150-175 miles in one go now, I'm just getting too old for heroics.

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over a year ago

Just takes practice, your arse gets used to it, but it can hurt as you say more than a good spanking. we both did 500 miles last Friday then 500 back on Sunday, J has only been riding for 4 years so is much tougher than me really. Just finalising a solo trip of around 9000 miles for June, will be at least two 1000 mile days on that one. One of them with J on the pillion, she is flying out to meet me so not doing the whole trip.

Think I may be a little mad!

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By *ittle_brat_evie!!Woman
over a year ago

evesham


"actually I have the same issue at work from time to time sitting at my desk.... and what they put it down to is actually a blood sugar count getting really low to the point of crashing....

which is why if you have afternoon naps which old people sometimes get derided for.. it is commonly this.....

see your gp.... there are some very simple solutions.... caffine being one (coffee/energy drinks).... like others have said... letting air in helps.....

if it is a blood sugar level issue... can be solve by having something as simple as jelly babies...

(sports people love jelly babies because they are all sugar and no fat... so raises the levels and gives you more energy....."

I would suggest not solely relying on sugar though as spiking blood sugar is bad for you and you will just crash again worse than before.

Have something high sugared perk you up but then something long release like a banana for instance to sustain your blood sugar.

Ever noticed how people who drink energy drinks become reliant on them to stay awake?

Preparation is the key. Make sure you eat somethingbefore you leave and you are well rested and that you plan in stops if you know you will get tired

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Surely you can get this important medication on a repeat prescription if it is an on going condition?

Your local pharmacy can then have it ready for you as and when it is needed.

It is given intravenously we have a home delivery ever month.but i am.not trained to administer it.peripherally due to his age and small veins."

I have a mate whos baby is ill he has to travel to manchester hospital 3 times a week so not as easy as getting a repeat prescription

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By *ittle_brat_evie!!Woman
over a year ago

evesham


"Driving tired is as selfish, as stupid and most importantly as dangerous as driving after a drink. There is only one answer rest more so you aren't tired.

Disagree... driving while d*unk is BOTH stupid and done through an ill made-choice.

Sometimes driving has to be done when tired, each case is different... basically never judge a person till you have walked a mile in their shoes"

No it doesn't. if you are too tired to drive or become tired during your journey you should either not set off or pull into a services to refresh yourself by having a walk or even a nap if possible.

I am willing to bet that if I crashed into you due to being tired whilst driving you wouldn't be very sympathetic would you? Regardless of what the purpose of my journey was or my reasons for driving whIle tired. It's called driving without due care and attention.

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"one possibility not mentioned

how old is the car ? no normal person should feel tired after driving 45 miles.

get the boot seal checked it could be exhaust fumes coming in through the boot and causing mild carbon-monoxide poisoning. "

Its a 61 plate. I am off to see my gp this morning for another reason so will mention it then as its only a 50 minute drive each way and i can usually feel.my eyes going after about 20 minutes.

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Surely you can get this important medication on a repeat prescription if it is an on going condition?

Your local pharmacy can then have it ready for you as and when it is needed.

It is given intravenously we have a home delivery ever month.but i am.not trained to administer it.peripherally due to his age and small veins.

I have a mate whos baby is ill he has to travel to manchester hospital 3 times a week so not as easy as getting a repeat prescription "

Thankyou.....some comments just deem to show ignorance. If i could get the treatment from boots then i obviously would

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Driving tired is as selfish, as stupid and most importantly as dangerous as driving after a drink. There is only one answer rest more so you aren't tired.

Disagree... driving while d*unk is BOTH stupid and done through an ill made-choice.

Sometimes driving has to be done when tired, each case is different... basically never judge a person till you have walked a mile in their shoes

No it doesn't. if you are too tired to drive or become tired during your journey you should either not set off or pull into a services to refresh yourself by having a walk or even a nap if possible.

I am willing to bet that if I crashed into you due to being tired whilst driving you wouldn't be very sympathetic would you? Regardless of what the purpose of my journey was or my reasons for driving whIle tired. It's called driving without due care and attention. "

Hence my op asking for advice if anyone has tips to prevent the tireness fron occuring in the first place.....if i didnt care i wouldnt have asked

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By *atisfy janeWoman
over a year ago

Torquay


"Surely you can get this important medication on a repeat prescription if it is an on going condition?

Your local pharmacy can then have it ready for you as and when it is needed.

It is given intravenously we have a home delivery ever month.but i am.not trained to administer it.peripherally due to his age and small veins.

I have a mate whos baby is ill he has to travel to manchester hospital 3 times a week so not as easy as getting a repeat prescription

Thankyou.....some comments just deem to show ignorance. If i could get the treatment from boots then i obviously would "

Ignorance?......

You ask for help and people are attempting to give help/advice, if you already know all the answers to your problem then why start a thread asking for helpful advice?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Just takes practice, your arse gets used to it, but it can hurt as you say more than a good spanking. we both did 500 miles last Friday then 500 back on Sunday, J has only been riding for 4 years so is much tougher than me really. Just finalising a solo trip of around 9000 miles for June, will be at least two 1000 mile days on that one. One of them with J on the pillion, she is flying out to meet me so not doing the whole trip. "

There's a lot of things your arse can get used to with a little practice...

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By *ugby 123Couple
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over a year ago

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"one possibility not mentioned

how old is the car ? no normal person should feel tired after driving 45 miles.

get the boot seal checked it could be exhaust fumes coming in through the boot and causing mild carbon-monoxide poisoning.

Its a 61 plate. I am off to see my gp this morning for another reason so will mention it then as its only a 50 minute drive each way and i can usually feel.my eyes going after about 20 minutes."

This is sounding like a stress issue which is showing itself when your mind is concentrated on one thing - driving. This is quite common. When all the other things you are worried/stressed about are shut out and you concentrate on one thing (driving in this instance) your brain is telling you it needs a 'time-out' and it is taking it when it can.

Would be interested what your GP says, but I think this is quite a serious warning sign. The other thing that occurs to me is that it could be narcolepsy - which is generally caused by the same things.

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By *atchMan
over a year ago

reigate

I used to drive a lot with work and one of the best tips is to drive with no shoes on that way the soles of your feet have feeling from the pedals and helps keep your brain active.

Hoe this helps.

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By *azzaahhWoman
over a year ago

north wales / chester


"I used to drive a lot with work and one of the best tips is to drive with no shoes on that way the soles of your feet have feeling from the pedals and helps keep your brain active.

Hoe this helps."

thats illiegal isnt it ?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I still think ANYONE who gets tired driving should stop the car and not fill up with artificial aids to keep them awake."

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By *ugby 123Couple
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over a year ago

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"Surely you can get this important medication on a repeat prescription if it is an on going condition?

Your local pharmacy can then have it ready for you as and when it is needed.

It is given intravenously we have a home delivery ever month.but i am.not trained to administer it.peripherally due to his age and small veins.

I have a mate whos baby is ill he has to travel to manchester hospital 3 times a week so not as easy as getting a repeat prescription

Thankyou.....some comments just deem to show ignorance. If i could get the treatment from boots then i obviously would

Ignorance?......

You ask for help and people are attempting to give help/advice, if you already know all the answers to your problem then why start a thread asking for helpful advice?

"

I think it was your question of " can't you get your repeat prescription from the local chemist that she thought ignorant....I think reading between the lines most people could figure out that this was more than a trip to the local chemist.

I am guessing the OP wouldn't be happy if anyone ran into her while driving tired so to dismiss people saying don't drive if tired is not good.

Either way, I still think ANYONE who gets tired driving should stop the car and not fill up with artificial aids to keep them awake.

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By *ugby 123Couple
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over a year ago

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"I still think ANYONE who gets tired driving should stop the car and not fill up with artificial aids to keep them awake. "

You look clever now

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I used to drive a lot with work and one of the best tips is to drive with no shoes on that way the soles of your feet have feeling from the pedals and helps keep your brain active.

Hoe this helps.

thats illiegal isnt it ?"

No. It's a commonly believed 'Urban Myth'. It's only a DSA recommendation that you wear shoes.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I still think ANYONE who gets tired driving should stop the car and not fill up with artificial aids to keep them awake.

You look clever now "

Now? I said the same thing earlier in the thread.

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By *ugby 123Couple
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over a year ago

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"I still think ANYONE who gets tired driving should stop the car and not fill up with artificial aids to keep them awake.

You look clever now

Now? I said the same thing earlier in the thread."

Don't take offence, I just meant it now looks like you quoted my post before I posted it.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I still think ANYONE who gets tired driving should stop the car and not fill up with artificial aids to keep them awake.

You look clever now

Now? I said the same thing earlier in the thread.

Don't take offence, I just meant it now looks like you quoted my post before I posted it.

"

I noticed that - clearly your Moderator powers are growing, young Padowan....

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By *ugby 123Couple
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over a year ago

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I only did what you lot can do....removed my post

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By *atchMan
over a year ago

reigate

Wonder if its more dangerous to drive barefoot or with high stilettos on.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I have to drive a 90 mile round trip 3 times a week to take my son to hospital for treatment and am finding it really difficult not to fall asleep at the wheel.....especially if we have to go late afternoon...im not so bad first thing. Any tips or advice will be appreciated . Thanks "

I usually drive around 3000 miles or so a week with work and find playing music as usual until I start to feel a bit tired is best. Then the energy drinks and hard edged drum and bass at full whack help enormously too!

That previous posters have said about water and the windows open helps too, even better is combining them, a head covered with cold water then thrust out the window will make you feel like you've thrust your head into the arctic and there's no way you're going to sleep lol.

Trust me, if I can drive 15-20 hours with this it should work for you.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Wonder if its more dangerous to drive barefoot or with high stilettos on."

Don't know about that, but here's what the guidlines say...

"There are some basic guidelines you should follow when selecting footwear to drive in. Your shoe should:

Have a sole no thicker than 10mm…

… but the sole should not be too thin or soft

Provide enough grip to stop your foot slipping off the pedals

Not be too heavy

Not limit ankle movement

Be narrow enough to avoid accidentally depressing two pedals at once"

So looks like it's saying to avoid heavy shoes/boots rather than lightweight ones. Stilettos could limit ankle movement though.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Driving tired is as selfish, as stupid and most importantly as dangerous as driving after a drink. There is only one answer rest more so you aren't tired."

Nothing else needs to be said on this !!!!

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By *atisfy janeWoman
over a year ago

Torquay

I have read the posts where other members themselves state that they get tired when driving long distances, I totally get that as my other half himself drives all over the country with his job every week and he himself gets very tired at the wheel.

I think I would be getting down to my GP very quickly if I was feeling myself dropping off at the wheel after driving for Twenty minutes of a Fifty minute trip, to me it sounds like a blood sugar problem, but the Op would be far better seeking professional medical advice rather than the thoughts of total strangers on a swingers forum.

There are some things in life that need to be addressed by experts.....

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Simple dont drive!

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By *etillanteWoman
over a year ago

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"Wonder if its more dangerous to drive barefoot or with high stilettos on.

Don't know about that, but here's what the guidlines say...

"There are some basic guidelines you should follow when selecting footwear to drive in. Your shoe should:

Have a sole no thicker than 10mm…

… but the sole should not be too thin or soft

Provide enough grip to stop your foot slipping off the pedals

Not be too heavy

Not limit ankle movement

Be narrow enough to avoid accidentally depressing two pedals at once"

So looks like it's saying to avoid heavy shoes/boots rather than lightweight ones. Stilettos could limit ankle movement though."

I also think is what you are used to. I have worn high heels all my life. When I started learning to drive I bought a pair of 'driving' shoes. I was useless, put my normal heels on and no problems whatsoever. Sorry to go off topic

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By *ogistical NightmaresCouple
over a year ago

Manchester Area


"Driving tired is as selfish, as stupid and most importantly as dangerous as driving after a drink. There is only one answer rest more so you aren't tired.

Disagree... driving while d*unk is BOTH stupid and done through an ill made-choice.

Sometimes driving has to be done when tired, each case is different... basically never judge a person till you have walked a mile in their shoes

No it doesn't. if you are too tired to drive or become tired during your journey you should either not set off or pull into a services to refresh yourself by having a walk or even a nap if possible.

I am willing to bet that if I crashed into you due to being tired whilst driving you wouldn't be very sympathetic would you? Regardless of what the purpose of my journey was or my reasons for driving whIle tired. It's called driving without due care and attention. "

There are different types of tiredness which can manifest themselves in various ways especially when driving. Just as there are MANY MANY things that people do which can be construed as "driving without due care and attention"

Let those without sin cast the first stone. (Btw...Jesus, if your mother is reading this, dont let her near the rockery )

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

lots of cawfee

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Thankyou for the advice. I tend to drink.lucozade but it seems to have no effect at all. Not sure about trying pro plus or something as never really used them before? The music is always blastin courtesy of my boy.... Now 84 full pelt lol "

lucozade wont have any effect as its a sports drink, pro plus is good but can effect your sleep patern which is nit good

coffee and reb bull hit the spot for me as well as having the window down a little also dont have the heating on at all

hope all works out for you and your son xxx

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Surely you can get this important medication on a repeat prescription if it is an on going condition?

Your local pharmacy can then have it ready for you as and when it is needed.

It is given intravenously we have a home delivery ever month.but i am.not trained to administer it.peripherally due to his age and small veins.

I have a mate whos baby is ill he has to travel to manchester hospital 3 times a week so not as easy as getting a repeat prescription

Thankyou.....some comments just deem to show ignorance. If i could get the treatment from boots then i obviously would

Ignorance?......

You ask for help and people are attempting to give help/advice, if you already know all the answers to your problem then why start a thread asking for helpful advice?

"

I asked for tips to overcome tiredness whilst driving

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"I have read the posts where other members themselves state that they get tired when driving long distances, I totally get that as my other half himself drives all over the country with his job every week and he himself gets very tired at the wheel.

I think I would be getting down to my GP very quickly if I was feeling myself dropping off at the wheel after driving for Twenty minutes of a Fifty minute trip, to me it sounds like a blood sugar problem, but the Op would be far better seeking professional medical advice rather than the thoughts of total strangers on a swingers forum.

There are some things in life that need to be addressed by experts....."

Thanks Jane just been to g.p having blood tests after the bank hol.

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By *john121Man
over a year ago

staffs


"I used to drive a lot with work and one of the best tips is to drive with no shoes on that way the soles of your feet have feeling from the pedals and helps keep your brain active.

Hoe this helps.

thats illiegal isnt it ?

No. It's a commonly believed 'Urban Myth'. It's only a DSA recommendation that you wear shoes."

It's not illegal, BUT if you had an accident and it was found that your braking reaction time was impaired because you were wearing inappropriate footwear, then you could be convicted of careless driving. It would also open you up to a civil case for damages from any 3rd party injured in the accident.

When driving in bare feet it is easy to misjudge the pressure you are applying to the brake. There is also less friction, so your feet can easily slip off the pedals.

Keep a pair of flat slip-on shoes in the car so you can change in and out of them easily.

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