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I took an antihistamine 12 hours ago for an allergy, can i drink alcohol now?

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Dr. Frank Amico Sr answered

Specializes in Addiction Medicine

after 12 hours it is fine to have a drink. Most antihistamines are cleared from your body, unless they are the long acting, either way there should be no problem with the two interacting.

Dr Machanic agreed

Answered 6/10/2021

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