First, don't take drugs and alcohol together
Drinking alcohol after taking medication can cause side effects such as liver damage, gastrointestinal upset, and gastrointestinal bleeding. In particular, it is very dangerous to drink alcohol within 2 hours of taking it. This is because blood levels are highest between 30 minutes and 2 hours after taking the drug.
Some people take painkillers on an empty stomach or sober because of a hangover and headache from drinking heavily the day before. However, this increases the risk of liver damage and makes the drug more effective, which can lead to shortness of breath or hypoxia.
Second, don't cut the medicine
When taking medications, it is often necessary to grind the pills and eat them because they are difficult to swallow, or to separate the capsules and shake off the powder. However, unless you have permission from your doctor or pharmacist, you should take the medicine as it is. This is because it can cause damage to the mucous membrane of the stomach or esophagus.
With the exception of antibiotics and other medicines that are stored in the refrigerator, most medicines should be stored at room temperature. Pills, in particular, are sensitive to moisture and should be avoided from being stored in the refrigerator.
In the case of syrup medicines, it is easy to think that refrigeration is necessary, but there is a risk that the liquid phase will separate and sediment will form.
Fourth, don't swallow medicine without water
In order for the pills to reach the stomach and be fully absorbed, more than 240 ml of water is required. This is because without enough water, the medicine can stick to the esophagus or gastric mucosa and cause inflammation.
Don't forget that water is a way to get your medicine down your throat, but it also plays an important role in helping your medicine spread through your body.
Fifth, don't overdo it
Bacchus tonics and anti-fatigue drugs are often consumed excessively due to the perception that they are more like drinks than medicines. However, since Bacchus contains caffeine, excessive doses can cause gastrointestinal upset and sleep discomfort, and the licorice ingredient in Shuanghuatang or Wuhuang Qingcheng Heart Pill is not good for hypertensive patients. Drinks containing royal jelly should be consumed with caution because they can cause allergies in people with asthma.
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