Question

Patients taking Metronidazole and Tinidazole for STI's should remember these ETOH precautions.

A. Limit alcohol intake to one drink per day
B. Avoid alcohol completely during the medication period and 48 hours after
C. Consume alcohol only with meals
D. Alcohol consumption has no impact when taking these medications

Answer 1

To ensure safe and effective medication, patients taking Metronidazole and Tinidazole for STIs should avoid alcohol completely during and after the medication period.

Step-by-step explanation:

Patients taking Metronidazole and Tinidazole for STIs should avoid alcohol completely during the medication period and 48 hours after. This is because both Metronidazole and Tinidazole can interact with alcohol and cause unpleasant side effects such as flushing, nausea, dizziness, sweating, headache, and low blood pressure.