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What happens if you drink alcohol when taking amoxicillin?
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Decrease efficacy: It may decrease the full potential of the antibiotic. It is generally not recommended to drink alcoholic beverages while on antibiotics. Best to finish the full course before drinking alcohol.
Answered 12/10/2013
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