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Can Co-codamols Be Taken Along With Alcohol?

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Question : How long after taking 2x 15/500 co-codamols can I drink alcohol? It has been about 9 to 10 hours so far.
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Answered by Dr. Rakesh Madhyastha (39 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Will make you more drowsy

Detailed Answer:
Hello

Thanks for the query

Co codamol contains codeine which has similar effect to that of alcohol. Excessive alcohol consumption could cause extreme drowsiness, however since its been 9 hours since you have had co codamol it should be ok to consume alcohol

I hope I was of help

Regards
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Can Co-codamols Be Taken Along With Alcohol?

Brief Answer: Will make you more drowsy Detailed Answer: Hello Thanks for the query Co codamol contains codeine which has similar effect to that of alcohol. Excessive alcohol consumption could cause extreme drowsiness, however since its been 9 hours since you have had co codamol it should be ok to consume alcohol I hope I was of help Regards