Other Drugs Many other drugs including some over the counter drugs, can affect your driving ability. If you are taking medication, check the label. If you're not sure ask your pharmacist or doctor. NOTE: Driving under the influence of certain drugs is a misdemeanor. A misdemeanor means it is a crime punishable with a jail term of up to one year. The possession of the drugs is a felony. A felony is a crime punishable with a jail term greater than one year. Combining alcohol with other drugs can not only impair your driving abilities, it can cause serious health problems, like a coma, or even death. Continue by clicking here What Alcohol Does Other Drugs Alcohol and the Law Your BAC Chemical Tests The Consequences Avoiding Trouble  Answers you must know   Next Go back. Go forward.