Is it safe to take hay fever tablets with alcohol?
No, it is not safe to take hay fever tablets with alcohol. Alcohol can make side effects like drowsiness worse, even with non-drowsy types. The NHS advises against drinking alcohol while taking these tablets.
Key points:
- Alcohol increases drowsiness and confusion from hay fever tablets.
- Tablets may work less well when mixed with alcohol.
- This mix raises accident risk by affecting alertness.
- Avoid alcohol completely, especially with drowsy types.
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