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Can you drink alcohol while taking Brilinta?

Medically reviewed by Leigh Ann Anderson, PharmD. Last updated on Nov 4, 2024.

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You should not drink alcohol with Brilinta (ticagrelor) because you will most likely be taking aspirin. Combining aspirin with alcohol can lead to stomach bleeding and ulcers. You should not be started on Brilinta if you have any active bleeding such as a peptic ulcer.

There is no reported drug-drug interaction in the manufacturer's product label between alcohol (ethanol) and Brilinta. However, as a precaution, you should avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Brilinta and aspirin. Drinking alcohol while you are taking aspirin can increase the risk of stomach ulcers or bleeding.

Brilinta (ticagrelor) is an oral antiplatelet prescription tablet that is usually taken twice a day, in the morning and the evening. It is used with a daily maintenance dose of aspirin. It is approved by the FDA for these uses:

Brilinta (ticagrelor) is manufactured by AstraZeneca and was first approved by the FDA in July 2011.

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This is not all the information you need to know about Brilinta for safe and effective use. Review the full Brilinta information here, and speak to your health care provider if you have questions or concerns.

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