Does Alcohol Affect Vitamin A?

Use extra care with this combination

The short answer

Combining alcohol with vitamin A significantly increases the risk of liver toxicity.

How to arrange timing

Avoid alcohol entirely on days you take high-dose vitamin A.

Reference

Reference noted for this food and supplement combination: FDA

Important context

The effect can also change with food amount, supplement dose, product formulation, health conditions, and medication use. Ask a doctor or pharmacist first if you take medication, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have a chronic condition.