Will Antibiotics Work If You Have Been Drinking

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can i work out or drink alcohol while on this sulfameth medication? i have a rash, so what is the improvement supposed to look like. does the rash just start to disapear? ## I wouldn't suggest drinking alcohol while on this antibiotic. The consumption of alcohol decreases the effectiveness of antibiotics and even a single drink or several drinks of alcohol can inhibit a drug's metabolism by competing with the drug for the same set of metabolizing enzymes. Alcohol reduces production of white blood cells, those that fight against infection, so you are working against the antibiotic by drinking while on it. Furthermore Sulfamethoxazole has contraindications against alcohol, that may potentially cause more serious side effects: "Drinking alcohol while taking sulfamethoxazole may...

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Alcohol And Amox Clav 875 Mg

Does alcohol diminish the effectiveness of Amox Clav 875? ## Hi Rudy, According to a medical news article I read, "Drinking alcohol while taking these tablets does not usually cause any problems. However, some people who drink alcohol while taking antibiotics similar to amoxycillin and clavulanic acid have experienced adverse effects." Aside from the typical side effects, I would personally suggest taking it easy on the alcohol for the sole reason that alcohol can be hard on your liver. You want your body's immunity to be at full force when attacking the infection. My theory is if your body is working hard at metabolizing fatty foods, alcohol, or any other substances that aren't "clean", then it's not going to be nearly as efficient when it comes to fighting ...

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how long does cocaine stay in your urine

I did a very small amount of cocaine (called it a key bump). First time ever, on a Wednesday very late night. Was drinking too. NEVER did it before. On Friday I got a sinus infection went to doctor got Z-Pak antibiotics. All g with a nose spray and was taking alka seltzer cold medicine. Drank a lot of water while sick. Tuesday night there was a random urine test at work. So five and a half days after my stupid experiment. Can I pass this urine test. I am 6'1" and 195 lbs. Thanks ! Worried ## I have a urine test tomorrow and wanted to know if suboxone will kick the heroin and cocaine out of my system?

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