Azithromycin - Can I drink a glass of wine at night if I have taken the medicine in the day?
I have been prescribed azithromycin and I'm wondering if it's OK to drink alcohol occasionally?
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com Last updated on Apr 30, 2019.
Official Answer
by Drugs.comThere are no known interactions between Azithromycin (Zithromax Z-Pak) and alcohol so you could take a glass or two if you wanted to.
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In general, drinking any amount of alcohol while fighting an infection may not be wise, as it can lead to dehydration, interrupt normal sleep, and may hinder the body’s natural ability to heal itself.
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