How Do Caffeine and Alcohol Interact with Medications?
Caffeine can interfere with medications like certain antibiotics, heart medications, and anti-anxiety drugs, potentially reducing their efficacy or increasing side effects. Alcohol can interact with a wide range of medications, including painkillers, antidepressants, and blood thinners, often enhancing their sedative effects or leading to dangerous health risks. Nurses should always review patients' medication lists and advise on potential interactions.
