Patient's question:
Last night, my boyfriend and I had sex and took an emergency contraceptive afterward. So, I'm wondering if it's okay to drink beer after taking emergency contraception?Doctor's answer:
Generally, it is strictly prohibited to drink alcohol two hours before and after taking emergency contraception pills. The emergency contraception pills contain a large amount of hormones that inhibit menopause and interfere with sperm activity, thereby reducing the effectiveness of breastfeeding. Alcohol has the effect of invigorating blood, promoting warmth, and unblocking meridians, which can enhance blood circulation and thus slow down the metabolism of hormones in the blood. For safety, alcohol can have a certain impact on the efficacy of emergency contraception pills, and it may also lead to side effects. Therefore, do not drink beer today and pay attention to a light diet, rest, and avoid spicy and stimulating foods. Do not take emergency contraception pills for a long time.