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Can alcohol worsen the effects of hypoglycemia?
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It can: Alcohol can raise your sugar and then drop it suddenly, particularly if you drink and then don't eat for a number of hours. Alcohol should always be with means and in moderation. It can also affect some medication. Check/wyour pharmacist.
Answered 5/14/2013
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