Electrochemistry I â Galvanic Cell. Introduction: Chemical reactions involving the transfer of electrons from one reactant to. another are called oxidation-reduction reactions or redox reactions. In a redox reaction, two. half-reactions occur; one reactant gives up electrons (undergoes oxidation) and another.
So, while rehydrating yourself (by drinking water, Pedialyte, or getting an IV drip) can help to lessen the pain from dehydration that usually accompanies a hangover, the debilitating effects of the hangover itself may remain. Science would suggest that not much actually cures a hangover other than time â not even a fancy IV drip.
Having a healthy dose of Vitamin C in your system before and after drinking may prevent or reduce the severity of hangovers by speeding up the metabolism of alcohol by the liver. Alcoholics may also benefit from keeping up their Vitamin C intake as it can reduce alcohol cravings.