Consumption of alcohol within a short period of time after rabies vaccination may lead to adverse effects such as decreased protective efficacy of the vaccine and allergy.
1. Decrease of vaccine protection effectiveness: Since alcohol will interfere to some extent with certain intermediate substances in the formation of humoral immunity, the vaccine may not be able to exert full protection.
2. Allergy: Drinking alcohol after vaccination, under the action of alcohol, may cause the body to have an allergic reaction to components to which it is not originally allergic, resulting in dizziness, nausea, rash, itching and other discomforts, and in serious cases, may cause complications such as anaphylactic shock, which may be life-threatening.
It is recommended to avoid drinking alcohol for one week after vaccination and pay attention to a light diet and regular routine; if allergic reactions such as fever, rash and breathing difficulties occur, it is recommended to go to the hospital in a timely manner.