How Long After Taking Metronidazole Can You Drink?

How Long After Taking Metronidazole Can You Drink? Do not drink alcohol while you’re taking metronidazole, including for 2 days afterwards. This gives the medicine time to leave your body. This is important because metronidazole can react with alcohol to cause a number of side effects. Can I drink alcohol 24 hours after taking metronidazole?