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A 42-year-old male asked:

I have been on penicillin since last tuesday, i have a few days left. can i drink alcohol? i need more than a few drinks tonight.

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Dr. JAYENDRA SHAHanswered

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 60 years experience

ALCOHOL IS NOT GOOD.: WHEN YOU ARE TAKING MEDICINE,IT IS ADVISABLE TO AVOID ALCOHOL. PARTICULARLY, MORE THAN ONE DRINK.

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