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Venlafaxine and alcohol

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karen_57593
karen_57593

I've been on venlafaxine about 8 weeks now. Going on holiday do you's think I'd be ok too have a wee wine Spitzer or 2. Or a wee low alcohol cider. I would never go and get drunk. Has anyone had bad experiences taking alcohol on this antidepressant xxx

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  • Venny
    Venny karen_57593

    Posted

    I have never had a problem having a couple of alcoholic drinks while taking venlafaxine,drink a glass of water in between .
    • karen_57593
      karen_57593 Venny

      Posted

      Thanks for that. Not had an alcoholic drink in months but would like too have a wee wine Spitzer on holiday xx
  • graphics1988
    graphics1988 karen_57593

    Posted

    I've had beer and wine on the weekends - no odd side effects. Same as you - never drunk. 

    • karen_57593
      karen_57593 graphics1988

      Posted

      Thanks for getting back too me I just would like too have a wee wine Spitzer just too chill on holiday xxx
  • urielle97830
    urielle97830 karen_57593

    Posted

    I have awful side effects if I drink but I'm really sensitive to the medication. If I remove even just one ball from the capsule I get withdrawal. I think it's mentioned to avoid alcohol but you'll have to see how you feel.

  • joanna1904
    joanna1904 karen_57593

    Posted

    I too have struggled to have a fizzy pop and not feel that great. I think it depends on the individual. See how you get on. Enjoy your holiday with out without pop.
  • jennifer77584
    jennifer77584 karen_57593

    Posted

    Hi Karen,  I have been on Venlafaxine for a couple of years and never had a problem having a drink, like others I've never been drunk.  Have a couple and see how you feel.  Have an awesome holiday

    • karen_57593
      karen_57593 jennifer77584

      Posted

      Thanks Jennifer for your reply i might not even have a drink I've actual got the fear in case it makes me I'll. But the nurses have told me there's nothing too stop me having a small alcoholic drink occasionally xxx

    • karen_57593
      karen_57593

      Posted

      Can i just ask how your getting on with the venlafaxine I'm on 75mg twice a day xxx

  • nigel45109
    nigel45109 karen_57593

    Posted

    Cant see the harm in moderation. I dont drink though, makes me feel depressed afterwards.
    • karen_57593
      karen_57593 nigel45109

      Posted

      Yeah that's what was happening too me on mitrazapine thought maybe this one could be different. As I said I'd never ever get drunk it was just too be socialable on holiday with others. Xxx thanks for your reply

  • joanna1904
    joanna1904 karen_57593

    Posted

    Hi Karen

    I am taking the extended release version which means I only take the dose of 187 mg a day. I have been taking it a year now for chronic pain, anxiety and depression. The antidepressant has been a game changer for me. It has given me back my life and working in conjunction with gabapentin it has not only given me better control with my pain, but also with the anxiety and depression.

    • karen_57593
      karen_57593 joanna1904

      Posted

      That's great I'm glad too say it's got me back too work and back too the way I was before. I am very nervous it comes back though xxxx

    • karen_57593
      karen_57593

      Posted

      Joanna are you sleeping ok I'm struggling with my sleeping which then leads too anxiety because I'm struggling with sleep 😥

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