Posted by RPS on September 20, 2003, at 2:23:11
In reply to Re: Effexor and alcohol, posted by a worried friend on September 18, 2003, at 14:50:39
I used to do that too - and then realized I am an alcoholic. It was not a good idea for me to mix the med's with the booze. I had no idea how bad this was until I stopped drinking (through AA)
> yes, that is the problem - he does not stop at one or two.
> And it appears that he gets drunk a lot quicker, which just tends to add to the vicious cycle.
> One you mentioned the loud aggressive behaviour you experienced in a similar situation - well , he has acknowledged that is happening, and I have encouraged him to talk to his MD about the alcohol problem, mixed with the meds.
>
> Thanks again
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