Posted by bozeman on February 3, 2003, at 23:12:35
In reply to Re: Quit Drinking to ely.., posted by lostsailor on February 3, 2003, at 9:29:31
Hi elysium9 -- I have to agree with Tony; my experience has been that though I "socially" enjoy the alcohol, it doesn't mix well with my meds and I am much more tired and not in as good a mood for a couple of days. Have considered sneaking "virgin" drinks, even, so can have the social value without the repercussions. I used to use alcohol as a substitute for not having emotions, but now that I'm on an AD that gave me emotions back (Lexapro) I must (if grudgingly) admit I don't *need* the alcohol to feel emotions now, so I'm better off without it. Use your own judgement to determine what's right for you, but that's been my experience.
Tony, thank you for putting so well into so few words what many of us wish we could say. I can only imagine the complex and beautiful depths of such a mind as yours. Enjoy your posts immensely.
Be well, both of you --
;-)bozeman
> For what it's worth… I know the feeling. I don't know how your relationship is with your doc, but I have told mine about the same issues. He realizes we still are social beings and has created a med schedule, really just a decrease, if I choose to go out and have a drink with friends on occasion. He tells me I can have one early on and try to just drink it a bit slowly and if I get a second I must 'nurse" it all night. It's not the greatest deal but at least now I know how to mix it safely with meds and thanks to the meds want to less frequently anyways.
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> Oh, I have also found a renewed interest in 'micro brewed' root beer. I think I am starting to like it better most micro beers...lol I don't really do spirits, just good beer, but I think he mentioned that only beer and wine were ok with him while on my meds.
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> Hope this helps, ~Tony
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