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The mechanism is likely multifactorial: enhanced dehydration from the medication, delayed alcohol absorption leading to extended blood alcohol exposure, and altered sleep quality
The FDA ended this practice in March 2025 after confirming that the shortage was resolved, citing safety concerns about unregulated compounded versions