<s>[INST] I had an infection with salmonella para typhi a & i was on treatment with IV ciproflixacin for 2 week followed by 1 week oral. last date when i had a fever (104 F) was 12th August 2011 i .e almost 18 days before. Can i start using alcohol now or how long should i abstain from using alcohol ? [/INST] Thanks for asking in healthcaremagic forum   I understand your situation. As a doctor I would advise my patients to take atleast 6-8 wks of rest after typhois as the body takes time to recover and usually the immunity of the body will be less following any infection. All the best. </s>