What effect does drinking alcohol and taking a prescription drug or over the counter medicine have?
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The medicine reduces the effect of the alcohol.
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The combination could multiply the effects of the alcohol.
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No effect, they are different substances.
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None of the above.
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Explanation
Never drink alcohol while you are taking medications. Drinking alcohol while taking prescription or over-the-counter medications can multiply the effects of the alcohol. This combination can impair your ability to drive safely by multiplying the effects of alcohol. This can lead to severe health risks and significantly reduce driving capabilities.
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