Mixing Alcohol and Aspirin
Alcohol can cause medications to become more potent, therefore increasing the risk of harm to the body. Alcohol and aspirin used together can cause stomach bleeding, reduce the body’s ability to form necessary blood clots and increase the potency of alcohol.
Used in moderation, aspirin and alcohol rarely cause physical illness or disease. However, consuming large quantities of either drug can lead to long-term consequences to the human body. People who are at risk for heart attack or stroke should consult their primary care physician before beginning any aspirin regiment. It is important to inform your doctor of any health problems that you are experiencing, including ulcers, kidney disease or bleeding disorders, as aspirin can make these conditions worse.
Abusing alcohol may result in serious physical or emotional illness if untreated. People who consume more than two alcoholic beverages on a daily basis are at risk for alcohol dependence and should seek medical treatment before the dependence has physical and psychological consequences.
