<human>: Hello,Last week my frnd was bitten by a streetdog, he forgot to take vaccine and after a week he had Arv nd rav vaccine nd now hes undergoing with dog vacines wich is of 5 doses wich is given evry week.so can he hav alcohol during this course.?Please tell is drinking alcohol during this course affect him?
<bot>: Hi & Welcome to Chat Doctor. I can understand your concern. Alcohol consumption may reduce the efficacy of the anti rabies vaccines. Although there's no dietary restriction as long as the anti rabies vaccine is given, however it is advisable to stay away from alcohol because of the following reasons:1. There may be unexplained interactions between efficacy of the vaccine & alcohol intake.2. Rabies vaccination provides immunity against rabies infection while consumption of alcohol decreases the body immunity.3. Individuals who receive the anti rabies vaccine may experience symptoms such as headache, nausea, dizziness, etc. which are similar to the symptoms experienced by intake of alcohol.4. The symptoms of alcohol intoxication can mimic the symptoms of rabies infection: confusion, agitation, anxiety, muscle issues. It would be hard to tell if your symptoms are from the alcohol or due to rabies infection itself. Based on the above-mentioned facts, it is better your friend should avoid alcohol consumption. Best of your health.