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A member asked:

Had a major headache that lasted for hours, i had to take 1000mg paracetamol 22hrs after taking 5-6 alcoholic drinks. am i under any major risks?

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Dr. Ashu Syal answered

No: No interaction, 4-5 glasses of alcohol and 1000 mg of acetaminophen--- neither are in toxic range individually or synergistically.

Answered 6/13/2013

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