Can I drink sweet rice wine while taking Biyan Kang tablets?

Apr 18, 2025 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhang Xiuhong
Introduction
During medication or in severe cases, drinking sweet rice wine may reduce the effectiveness of the drug or cause adverse reactions. The alcohol in sweet rice wine may interact with the medication, affecting its therapeutic effects and potentially increasing the burden on the liver. In addition, alcohol may irritate the nasal passages and throat, worsening symptoms of rhinitis and hindering recovery.

  When the condition is stable and alcohol consumption is minimal, patients taking Biyan Kang tablets may consume a small amount of sweet rice wine. However, during medication or when the condition is severe, alcohol consumption is not advised. If in doubt, it is recommended to consult a healthcare professional in advance. Detailed analysis is as follows:

  Rhinitis Kang tablets are primarily used to alleviate symptoms of rhinitis, and their ingredients may exert certain effects on the body. If the patient's condition is relatively stable and only a small quantity of sweet rice wine is consumed, it typically won't significantly affect the drug's efficacy. In such cases, a very small amount of sweet rice wine may not directly interfere with drug metabolism, but caution is still advised to avoid excessive consumption.

  During medication or when the condition is severe, consuming sweet rice wine may weaken the drug's effects or trigger adverse reactions. Alcohol in sweet rice wine might interact with the medication's components, affecting its efficacy and potentially increasing the burden on the liver. Additionally, alcohol can irritate the nasal passages and throat, worsening rhinitis symptoms and hindering recovery.

  Alcohol consumption should be avoided as much as possible while taking Biyan Kang tablets, and medical advice should be strictly followed to ensure safe medication use and maximize treatment effectiveness.