Alcohol and Amoxicillin: is it safe?

glass of whisky sitting on a table next to a bottle of amoxicillin pills spread over the table

It is safe to drink small amounts of alcohol with the antibiotic amoxicillin. However, moderation is key. Alcohol will not stop an antibiotic from doing its job, but it can increase unwanted side effects and lead to antibiotic resistance. Drinking alcohol during an infection can also slow your body’s healing ability. These, and many other […]