The Basics
However, if you are drinking too much, you can improve your health by cutting down or quitting. You should not drink at all if you are:
- Pregnant, breastfeeding, or trying to get pregnant
- Under the age of 21
- Planning to drive a car or use machines
- Taking over–the–counter or prescription medicine that can interact with alcohol (check the label)
- Recovering from alcoholism
How can I tell if I have a drinking problem?
Take this quiz to help you find out if you or a loved one has a drinking problem. If you have a problem, it's important to see a doctor right away.
