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I' am taking clindamycin for an infection that is going to be treated my my dentist. is it okay to drink alcohol?
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Clindamycin; EtOH: There are no reported interactions between Clindamycin and alcohol; so you may indulge in moderation. However, if you take other medicines, they may interact with either or both the antibiotic & alcohol. Always best to avoid alcohol when taking any medication since it may irritate the stomach.
Answered 11/14/2020
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No: Alcohol can make antibiotics less effective, but before imbibing check with whoever gave you the rx. Also note, before having dental work, that alcohol can promote bleeding.
Answered 3/6/2018
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