2007-10-06 00:32:46 · 18 answers · asked by pugs38 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Medicine
I had answered questions similar to these and I am giving the same answer all the time.
Drinking alcohol actually doesn't lessen the effects of the antibiotics such as amoxicillin. However, alcohol could lower the general energy of your body and delay your recovery so it would be at your best interest to minimize drinking until you've finished the prescribed course of your antibiotic treatment.
Another nasty thing hat can happen is due to the fact that alcohol generally intensifies the side effects of a lot of antibiotics as well as with other medications. The side effects mostly intensified are dizziness, nausea, and vomiting. These are generally considered not the "fun" aspects of drinking.
A glass or two probably will be fine. Be aware also that excessive alcohol consumption can affect the metabolism and increase the toxicity of antibiotics which could cause a liver damage.
The best option would be to abstain from alcohol while on antibiotics. Take care of yourself and keep your liver healthy!
2007-10-06 11:55:54 · answer #1 · answered by ♥ lani s 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on which type of alcohol you plan on drinking!
I would not advise a neat spirit - it would probably just knock the antibiotic out! But a whiskey and soda or gin and tonic or similar would be okay.
You should be able to have a normal bitter or stout without any problems if you are a beer drinker - but avoid a 'live' beer! The amoxicillin will work on the yeast of the beer - and not sort out what you are taking it for.
What I will say is that while there shouldn't be a problem with your alcohol intake and the antibiotic, it is probably a good idea to avoid such things as cheese, milk and live yogurt - they will take up the time of the antibiotic!
Oh, and lastly, it is probably a good idea to mention that Amoxicillin can cause short term bowel problems best referred to here as 'Squitters.' - I am sure that you know what I mean! Nasty tummy ache - and then all hell lets loose! but it is short term and you should feel well very soon.
2007-10-06 00:50:24 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Beer And Amoxicillin
2016-11-08 07:01:31 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can but it's not a good idea, could reduce the effectiveness of the amoxicillin
2007-10-06 02:40:46 · answer #4 · answered by diamond Lady 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
People that ask this type of question especially when on a short term of medication i think should ask themselves if they have a Problem.
i mean doctor tells u to take medication for 10 days and u can't stay dry ?
2007-10-06 01:16:28 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, metronidazole is the antibiotic you can't drink with, Amoxicillin is fine
2007-10-06 01:01:39 · answer #6 · answered by DeKay 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yes you can, but it affects the way your body deals with alcohol, so you get drunk a lot quicker. So moderation is the wise stance here.
And anyways, I can't tell you from experience, but that's what I've heard.......I'm allergic to penicillin. Fun..........not
2007-10-06 08:21:02 · answer #7 · answered by lizard_magic 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can BUT then there will be no point in taking the anti - biotics as they will cancel out and you will be back to square 1
2007-10-06 04:24:18 · answer #8 · answered by jacqueline g 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I asked my GP this last week and he said its a myth that you can't drink with antibiotics, with most, its safe. And yes its fine with Amoxicillin, but don't overdo it.
2007-10-06 00:37:46 · answer #9 · answered by Catherine1 4 · 1⤊ 2⤋
its an antibiotic so its best not to
if alcohol or any other drugs are consumed when taking amoxillin then it could interact which could result in dizziness, nausea headaches fainting and so on
2007-10-06 00:40:45 · answer #10 · answered by Perfectionist 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋