Hey everyone I just got put on Lexapro for the first time yesterday. It is the first time I have ever been on anti depressent/anxiety medication... I am only 23 years old and i dont drink a ton but when I do go out to drink on the weekends I get drunk. I like to get drunk 1 night a week which is like 8 beers or so. I dont overdue it but 8-10 beers and im pretty drunk. Can I mix alcohol with Lexapro? I asked the doctor yesterday and he told me 1 or 2 drinks is ok but nothing more.... Well like I said im not an alcoholic but im young and when I go out with buddies on the weekend I like to get pretty drunk. I never drink and drive or anything. Just wondering if anyone has any input on this? Thanks

Journey:

The bottom line is this: Alcohol is a depressant. Those who suffer from depression should not drink.

This is especially true for those on meds. ADs and alcohol do not mix. The risk of seizure alone is too great. Plus, there are other SEs.

So, even though your doc said a drink, or two, would be fine, IMO, it's best to refrain from drinking altogether.

-Bean

I agree with Bean wholeheartedly. IMO it is unwise to drink when you have depression as well as with meds. Sorry, my opinion.

This post has been edited by Beanchop99: Feb 14 2008, 11:17 PM

As much as I hate to admit it, I take Lexapro and I'm prone to drinking. In my experience, having more than a drink or two is NOT a good idea. First off, the hangovers will be hellacious. Secondly, I tend to totally lose control of myself when I'm drunk. Since I'm bipolar, that means I either go insanely manic and do something I regret or I get insanely depressed and do something I regret. Either way, bad deal.

In other words, listen to your doc.

I appreciate all of the advice from everyone but I am not an alcoholic. I drink 1 night a week usually and thats it. When I drink I like to get a nice buzz, not get wasted but get a real nice buzz going. It is really hard for me to just drop going out to the bars since im 23 and thats what all my friends my age do. Plus its the easiest way for me to try and find a possible girlfriend. I dont even no where else to look for a girl. Its easier for me to socialize in a bar setting. I dont know but last night I went out and had 5 drinks. I took the Lexapro early in the morning. I felt like I kinda got drunk quicker but I am real good at stopping when I feel like I should, and I hold my booze well. So I stopped, I woke up with a slight hangover but nothing too bad. Took my Lexapro this morning and even though its only the 2nd day I have taken it I feel real good right now. Like my whole body just feels alive, i dont know its hard to explain. Maybe its just in my head and I know that im making a strong attempt at changing my life with the meds and thats why i feel good today or maybe its the medicine? Either way I cant complain. Well trust me im not going to make a habit of drinking on Lexapro but 1 night a week isnt too bad is it? :)

Journey:

Wanting a drink now and again does not make you an alcoholic. Many people enjoy social drinking without having any sort of addiction to booze. Still, I must again caution you against drinking while on Lex. Or any med, for that matter. The one or two drinks that are fine today may cause an awful SE tomorrow. The risk of stroke and seizure just isn't worth a brew.



-Bean

Hello, I am a 34 year old female and I like to drink about 2 times a week. I am on 10 mg of lexapro for about 6 months now. My Dr. told me not to drink but I do and I have not had any issues. I think they tell you that because alcohol is a depressant and it pretty much goes against the reason for taking antidepressants.