Tuesday, December 30, 2008

Alcohol and Antibiotics

Dr.Toni: I am taking antibiotics for a sore throat and I want to drink alcohol on New Years Eve. What do you advise?Jessica G.Jessica G: Doctors often advise not to mix alcohol and antibiotics and there is good reason for this. Excessive alcohol (like at that New Years Eve party with your friends) can interfere with your immune system, cause dehydration and prolong your illness.But there are