Can I drink alcohol while taking psychiatric medication?
Addiction & Recovery
Alcohol can interact dangerously with psychiatric medications; always consult your doctor about alcohol use while on any psychiatric medication.
Alcohol can have serious interactions with many psychiatric medications, potentially reducing their effectiveness or causing dangerous side effects. Alcohol is also a depressant that can worsen symptoms of Major depressive disorder and Anxiety disorder. Some medications require complete abstinence from alcohol, while others may allow moderate use. Never assume it's safe to drink while on psychiatric Psychiatric medication - always discuss this with your prescribing doctor. They can give you specific guidance based on your Psychiatric medication and individual situation.