Drug interactions
Acetylsalicylic acid + Ethanol
Severity: Moderate
Acetylsalicylic acid and Ethanol: moderate interaction.
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Summary
Alcohol and aspirin both irritate the gastric mucosa, and together they increase the risk of gastritis, ulceration and gastrointestinal bleeding.
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