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Drinking Whilst On Anti - Depressants
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hi there,
i`m on anti depressants (Citalopram) i plan to go clubbin in the next week or so and drink a little what i want to know is will this be ok? i only plan a few drinks then will go on to redbull etc.
Would the alcohol send me on a complete downer? because i wouldnt want to ruin the night.
Cheers
i`m on anti depressants (Citalopram) i plan to go clubbin in the next week or so and drink a little what i want to know is will this be ok? i only plan a few drinks then will go on to redbull etc.
Would the alcohol send me on a complete downer? because i wouldnt want to ruin the night.
Cheers
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I've been drinking whilst on a few types - I was utterly wankered in no time and then conked out. It'll be a cheap night, if nothing else, but best to check with your GP frist or ring NHS direct.
Yeah i think it would probably make me feel even more fucked but if i stick to a couple then go on redbulls i should be ok...ish!!
i need to get out and meet some new people dammit havent been out on the lash for a month :crazyeyes
Smash i just read the leaflet it says
"Do NOT drink alcohol"
sounds like it will be a very cheap night! :yes:
Is she actually on Citalopram?
i`ve decided if i drink beers that will send me on my arse in no time so im most likely gonna stick to drinks like WKD blue and Smirnoff ice.
Thank you all for your replies
Yes i had a look at the packet
She drinks whisky everyday whilst shes taking it. But not loads of drink!
Remember though, alcohol in general is a depressant, so it's hardly going to make you feel better...
the reason it gets you drunk so quickly is cause it's POISONING you.
antidepressants and alcohol together in large enough doses can be toxic to your liver and could even kill you.
there's a reason they tell you not to drink on the patient information leaflet.
and yes, we all know people who have drunk while on them and been fine, but i know an equal amount of people who have done that and then had to be rushed to hospital to have their stomachs pumped. not a great way to end the evening.