Why it’s a bad idea to mix alcohol with some medications
But you may not be aware that mixing certain medicines with alcohol can increase the effects and put you at risk.
- But you may not be aware that mixing certain medicines with alcohol can increase the effects and put you at risk.
- When you mix alcohol with medicines, whether prescription or over-the-counter, the medicines can increase the effects of the alcohol or the alcohol can increase the side-effects of the drug.
- This is because there is less water in their bodies that can mix with the alcohol.
- If you do want to drink alcohol while being on medication, discuss it with your doctor or pharmacist first.