How long after taking metronidazole can you drink alcohol?
Disease description:
My boyfriend wants to drink alcohol, but he just took metronidazole. How long after taking metronidazole can he drink alcohol?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhao Haiming
Ordinary patients can drink alcohol seven days after taking the medication. If patients consume alcohol after taking the drug, they may experience shortness of breath. This is because the drug can inhibit the metabolism of alcohol in the body, leading to impaired alcohol metabolism and causing disulfiram-like symptoms. Patients are advised to maintain a light diet, avoid spicy foods, and eat more vegetables and fruits.
