Withdrawing your anti-epileptic drugs

Last checked 17/11/2008

England, Scotland and Wales

Withdrawing your anti-epileptic drugs may increase your risk of having a seizure. DVLA recommends that for safety, driving should stop during the period of drug withdrawal and for six months after withdrawal is complete. You don’t need to inform DVLA or return your licence.

Northern Ireland

You must stop driving and inform DVA when your medication is withdrawn. When this withdrawal is completed, DVA will carry out a medical review before advising whether or not you can start driving again.

November 2008

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