How Long Does Augmentin Stay In The System?

Posted on Mon, 9 Nov 2015

Question: how long does augumentin stay in your system .

is it safe to drink alcohol day after you finish Augumentin ?

Answered by Dr. Priyank Mody (19 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Yes you may have alcohol but in moderation :)

Detailed Answer:
Hello, augmentin is cleared from your body by 5 - 6 hours maximum and is elimination half life is just one and half hours , and yes you may take alcohol with the medication as it will not decrease the effect of the drug nor are there any significant drug interactions of augmentin and alcohol.
However let it be in moderation because of two reasons.
1)augmentin and alcohol with cause gastritis and not good for your stomach.
2)augmentin must be given for some infection, and avoiding drinking gives the best possible senerio fir your body to fight that infection.
Hoping I could help
Regards Dr Priyank Mody

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