I have been on the met/glucophage XR for amost a year...I did have some trouble when I first started taking it...not fun but, I gutted it out...however, a few things gave me problems...at the time my doctor didn't mention anything about low carbs being better so what a fool I was...lettuce, chips, lots of fruit, anything "heavy" or really sugary desserty type item....so if it was me...I would wait...also what is your dosage? If it low you might not have any issues...many people who take lower dosages don't notice it...as to the drinking, I am clueless--I can't stand the taste of most alcohol so I just avoid it-- sorry I can't help you there...but, the liver issue is a big thing...you will want to be tested every quarter anyway to see how your liver is functioning...go on your trip...have fun and then come home and face the medicine

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DramaDame