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Currently on chlorom antibiotic for a chest infection, feeling a lot better can i consume alcohol?

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Dr. Daniel Kessler answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Wait: I would not consume alcohol for duration of antibiotics. After that please watch how much you drink.

Dr Balin agreed

Answered 6/16/2013

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