If you take bupropion (Wellbutrin), you might wonder what happens if you drink while taking the drug. Like many antidepressants, Wellbutrin has a drug interaction with alcohol. However, Wellbutrin’s potential...


Wet brain, or Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome, is caused by a thiamine deficiency that often stems from excessive alcohol use. This condition leads to brain damage that can become permanent if not...


Key Takeaway for Alcohol and Diabetes  People with diabetes should avoid heavy drinking, typically defined as more than 1–2 drinks per day, depending on their sex. Heavy drinking can cause...






Alcoholic nose is a slang term used to describe the red, swollen nose that is thought by some to accompany chronic alcohol use. While this stereotype has some element of...