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A 24-year-old member asked:
Can you drink alcohol while taking valacyclovir?
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Dr. Gregg Albersanswered
Addiction Medicine 43 years experience
Valacyclovir: The company suggest that you should be well hydrated when taking valacyclovir, and use of alcohol, especially heavy use, will cause dehydration.
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A Verified Doctoranswered
Family Medicine 40 years experience
Can but shouldn't: Although there are no drug-drug (yes, alcohol is a drug) interactions listed, it is always best to avoid mixing medications with alcohol. Alcohol alone is irritating to the stomach and acts as a depressant and affects rational judgment.
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Dr. John Moranville commented
Psychiatry 38 years experience
While it is optimal to not drink alcohol at all when using other drugs, complete abstinence is not realistic. I usually tell patients no more than 1 drink at a time with most psychiatric medications, but I also advise that many medications may amplify the sedation and slowed reaction time while driving or focusing on other complex activities. 1 drink = 1 shot, 1-12oz beer, or 8 oz of wine.
Feb 19, 2012
Last updated Jul 26, 2019
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