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What Should I Do If I Drank Too Much Last Night?

The 10-second answer

Drink water, eat something plain, rest, and give it time. There's no quick fix, and most hangovers get better within a day.

The simple answer

Your body needs time to clear the alcohol. Drink water or another non-alcoholic drink, eat something plain like toast or crackers, and rest. There is no quick fix. Most hangovers get better within a day. If it lasts much longer or feels much worse, talk to a doctor.

Myth vs Fact

Myth

A greasy breakfast, a hot shower or strong coffee will fix it.

Fact

NIH says there is no cure for a hangover other than time. Cleveland Clinic says more alcohol ("hair of the dog") won't help either.

The science

  1. NIHAlcohol makes you pee more, which leads to mild dehydration. That likely adds to thirst, tiredness and headache.
  2. NIH · Cleveland ClinicAlcohol breaks up your sleep. You may fall asleep fast, but you sleep lighter and wake up earlier.
  3. Cleveland ClinicAlcohol can lower your blood sugar, which can make you feel shaky and weak.
  4. NIHSymptoms peak when your blood alcohol gets back to about zero, and they can last 24 hours or longer.
  5. Cleveland ClinicCleveland Clinic suggests water, broth and other non-alcoholic drinks, bland carbs like toast or crackers, and sleep.
  6. NIH · Cleveland ClinicNIH and Cleveland Clinic warn that acetaminophen (Tylenol) with alcohol can harm the liver.

Medical sources

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Last checked: September 25, 2026