2007-12-26 04:07:01 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Women's Health
No, you should not be drinking when paxil or any other psychotropic medication. Paxil is an anti-depressant, alcohol is a depressant. And no, they don't simply cancel each other out.
2007-12-26 04:09:43 · answer #1 · answered by czekoskwigel 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I use to take Paxil and now I am on Lexapro. I was told by my doc that when I choose to go out and have a few drinks, I might as well not take my medicine that night cuz I will not benefit from it (I take my pill right before bed). But then the next night I resume back to my normal schedule. I don't advise drinking regularly while on antidepresants. Alcohol is a depressant. Not a good mix with an "ANTI" depressant, right?
I have never had any problems having occasional drinks while on my antidepressants.
BUT everyone should know that each person is different and things affect people differently.
2007-12-26 04:23:49 · answer #2 · answered by carrie_bazzett 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
NO! NO! NO! NO!
Take it from me...I was on Paxil many years ago and was told NOT to mix alcohol with it. I was stubborn so I was like "I'll just have one drink." Let me just tell you, those 2 DO NOT mix well together. I got completely spaced out and felt like I had total amnesia. For the life of me, I couldnt remember who the person next to me was (and it was my best friend!), I didnt know where I was or why I was there, and then shortly after became extremely suicidal. I was told by my friend that I walked off and sat next to a building and cried hysterically for about 20-30 min. The only thing I remember was "coming to" and wondering why the hell am I sitting here crying with my best friend comforting me.
It was such a crazy,strange,screwed up and very scary experience so my suggestion to you...DONT MIX THEM!!!!!
2007-12-26 04:22:04 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am a recovered alcoholic. My last act before nearly dying--and then getting sober--was taking paxil while continuing to drink to excess. I cannot tell you how insane the combination made me; not hallucinating but irrational beyond belief, fainting, panic, etc. You may not be talking about that type of drinking, but if you are, let me tell you that it's not a good idea.
2007-12-29 08:27:40 · answer #4 · answered by Helen W. 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ummm no!
Alcohol
Although PAXIL does not increase the impairment of mental and motor skills caused by alcohol, patients should be advised to avoid alcohol while taking PAXIL.
2007-12-26 04:09:33 · answer #5 · answered by Why ask me? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no it is'nt safe because the alcohol will invigorate the paxil
2007-12-26 04:10:21 · answer #6 · answered by doc_holliday1863 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is not recommended. Anti depressants might be affected by the mixture. It can make you more prone to problems like a slight overdose of meds.
2007-12-26 04:14:32 · answer #7 · answered by impurrfect10 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
NO! Do not mix alcohol with any type of drug for depression or chemical imbalance. Read the instructions!
2007-12-26 04:21:41 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely not, alcohol being a depressant can really affect you on medication.
2007-12-26 07:32:08 · answer #9 · answered by Lynn C 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you know its stupid that why you ask ha
never ever no no no
http://www.join-the-fun.com/paxil-and-alcohol.htmll
2007-12-26 04:22:06 · answer #10 · answered by hein 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋