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Metronidazole and alcohol counselling — GPhC CRA MCQ

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A 39-year-old man receives metronidazole 400mg three times daily for dental infection. He asks whether he can drink alcohol at a wedding tomorrow. What would you advise the patient?

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Correct answer: D — Avoid alcohol during treatment and for a short period after finishing.

Patients are commonly advised to avoid alcohol with metronidazole and shortly after completion because unpleasant reactions have been reported. Skipping doses risks treatment failure. Antibiotic changes should be made by the prescriber or dentist.

Reference: BNF