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A member asked:

Can you take alcohol when using enalapril 5mg? should i skip a dose when i know i'm going to drink that day (i drink very seldom).

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Dr. Payam Mehranpour answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine - Cardiology

You may: You may drink alcohol in moderation. Do not skip your dose.

Answered 2/4/2014

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