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Combining Alcohol and Medications
Combining antihistamines with alcohol can increase the effects of the antihistamine, and could be life threatening. Antihistamines already cause drowsiness and slower reaction speed, adding alcohol could increase the risk of getting into accidents.
People with Allergies
Consuming alcohol creates histamines in your system. This could be an issue for people with specific allergies like asthma, as the increased histamines could trigger an attack. A Swedish study states that alcohol may also worsen nasal allergy symptoms. Taking an antihistamine can cause drowsiness and confusion, which are the same symptoms as drinking alcohol.
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Combining the two can lead to possibly a stronger allergic reaction, loss of consciousness, and even coma.
Combining Alcohol and Medications
- Drinking alcohol with caffeine and energy drinks can give you a false sense of stamina, and make you believe that you can drink more than your body can actually handle.
- Sleep medication combined with alcohol can cause difficulty breathing and memory problems.
- Drinking alcohol while taking ibuprofen can cause you to develop stomach ulcers, stomach bleeding, and liver damage.
The major side effects of antihistamines play havoc with your nervous system, and combined with alcohol, these symptoms can be exacerbated. Remember that a night or two of drinking water (which you should be doing while taking antihistamines), or having a non-alcoholic beverage, can give you the best advantage towards taking care of your health while having allergic reactions.
