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Is It Safe To Take Alcohol After Having Benadryl And Advil?

Hello! I took benadryl at 6:30pm to help with a cold I have, I at 9:30pm also took 400mg of advil cold and sinus. Tomorrow, for new years, my friends are throwing a party at 9pm. Will it be safe for me to drink by then or no? I dont want to mix medication and alcohol. How long before it is safe?
Thu, 22 Jan 2015
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Hi!
Welcome!
It is not safe to to take alcohol after having Benadryl and Advil.

The side effects of Benadryl and Advil include drowsiness, dizziness, lack of concentration, dry mouth, etc. These side effects can be dangerous if you are involved in high skilled machinery works, or if you are driving a car, or swimming. These side effects are enhanced if you take alcohol along with these medications. Since alcohol also causes depression of nervous system resulting in sleepiness, lack of concentration, in co ordination, etc.
Given together the chances of depression will be more.
So, it is advised to refrain from Alcohol while taking these medications.
It may take 2-3 days to get rid of the effects of those medications.
Joint the party with your friends, there is no harm in it, but do not consume the alcohol containing beverages.
Have a good time......

I hope your queries have been explained.
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Ophthalmologist,  Dr. Ashok Kumar Dash's  Response
it can enhence sedation. should not drive vehicle or operate mechinary. if posible it should be avoided.
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Is It Safe To Take Alcohol After Having Benadryl And Advil?

Hi! Welcome! It is not safe to to take alcohol after having Benadryl and Advil. The side effects of Benadryl and Advil include drowsiness, dizziness, lack of concentration, dry mouth, etc. These side effects can be dangerous if you are involved in high skilled machinery works, or if you are driving a car, or swimming. These side effects are enhanced if you take alcohol along with these medications. Since alcohol also causes depression of nervous system resulting in sleepiness, lack of concentration, in co ordination, etc. Given together the chances of depression will be more. So, it is advised to refrain from Alcohol while taking these medications. It may take 2-3 days to get rid of the effects of those medications. Joint the party with your friends, there is no harm in it, but do not consume the alcohol containing beverages. Have a good time...... I hope your queries have been explained.