I'm not talking copious amounts of alcohol, but I don't want to have a drink if it's going to affect me, especially if I were to  be driving also.\n\nI'm aware alcohol affects you if you're taking aspirin.
204359
youre technically not suppose to with ibuprofen because it can cause liver damage, but it probably wouldnt be a big deal if you space the drug and alcohol a few hours apart and dont go nuts with either. im not sure about paracetemol off the top of my head, you should ask a pharmacist questions like this in the future though instead of people on yahoo message boards that dont know what theyre talking about. your pharmacy's number is probably on the bottle if you wanna give them a call.
498385
It's not the reaction times -- it's the crime itself you're punished for.\n\nDriving while intoxicated is a special case because there are special laws regulating alcholol and other intoxicant. But while it's easy to test for drug/alcohol use in an objective blood test, it's almost impossible to test for emotional or situational impairments.\n\nSo, driving while intoxicated can be punished by itself, separately, because there can be objective standards. But anything else can only be punished based on the objective results.
180115
Funny, that's how I drink and most of the men I meet don't have a problem with it.  If you're comfortable with who you are and what you're doing, guys will notice that and the good ones won't care that you drink.  Just that you don't hurt yourself.  Good luck!
28743
From a purely mathematical perspective, you're right. But of course this would eliminate using the proper logic that the lack of alcohol intake makes for fewer impaired drivers that would be unable to effectively avoid an accident.\n\nEither way, don't drink and drive... you might spill your drink.
16182
I wouldn't take it without talking to your doctor first.\n\nSmall (81mg) doses of aspirin have some positive affects on heart disease patients.  It has also been used as preventative therapy.  But again, I'd check with the doc first.
288416
Interesting! I don't think modereate alcohol consumption can affect "performance" so I would suggest seeing a doctor about it! Are you sure you are not under a lot of stress at the minute?
195641
The realistic answer is it probably won't bother you at all. Even if you were to take your effexor you would still be able to have a few beers. Yes, alcohol does amplify the effects of medications like ativan but one isn't going to kill you (as long as you don't binge drink).\nThe party line answer (what pharmacists and doctors are supposed to tell you) is that you shouldn't mix benzos (ativan) and alcohol for risk of serious side effects.\n\n--- have fun, but be careful ---
467886
I am on exactly the same drug... although a different brand, and some time ago I found out the hard way that it can have dreadful side-effects with alcohol (off the planet). The brand I was taking did not carry any warning regarding alcohol at the time.\n\nI sought medical advice regarding consumption of alcohol and Metformin at the time, and was advised that a two standard drinks limit, consumed at a steady pace... would be ok. I was also advised that when there is an occasion where I may consume more than that (not all the time)... it was ok to skip the doses for that day, and resume medication the next day. I have found that really I need to skip the dose from the night before as well. \n\nI'm just letting you know the above as it might be something you wish to ask a medical professional about. Do not do that with seeking medical advice... as that advice my apply to my situation and not yours. I am not currently a diabetic, I have insulin resistance as a symptom of another condition... and in my case I can get by ok without meds.
46433
The alcohol actually messes with your brain chemistry. It slows the reuptake of seratonin, for one, making you "happy" and "relaxed". It also affects the areas of the brain that control thought, reflexes, and all senses except hearing. Once your kidneys filter it out of your blood stream, you return to "normal".
125133
yes... very very quiet. please.\n\n\ni have worked in bars for quite a portion of my life, and i have seen some good, very good people brought down by the bottle.  and while it was never my place to criticize, i wondered "why, why, WHY?" do they let what is supposed to be something done for "fun" and "relaxation" get away from them so much so as to become a habit, and a very dangerous one to themselves and others.\n\nand that is exactly what i think it is: a habit.  while there are some people who are more susceptible to the EFFECTS of alcohol than others, in the end i believe it is a CHOICE that someone makes to drink or not to.  whether it is a BAD choice is not my call to make... everyone has reasons why they do what they do.  people try to cope and get along as best they are able.\n\nbut calling alcoholism a disease, while it may fly in the face of all the scientific evidence under the sun, is akin to blaming the gun for shooting someone.  responsibility, moderation, these are the choices a person must make throughout his life.... and the consequences must be borne too.
586216
You are young to be drinking but I did it, too, so I can't say much for that.  Legally, you should not be drinking, though. The fact that you even question it and have an awareness about it shows me that you are on the right path and not some completely reckless person with a total & utter disregard for your health, your life and the lives of others.\n\nAlcohol will age you, though and pickle your liver. Be smart. Don't drink too much.\n\nPeople will say that anything in moderation is fine but you are killing valuable brain cells needed for college / university.\n\nWhatever anyone says, though, I well remember being 17 & it was a part of going out & partying with my peers. A person doesn't need to drink to excess - (or drink at all period to have fun) - but there was little anyone could have said to me then to make me stop. I am not talking about getting wrecked; just a few social drinks. It was all in the name of friendly fun. Don't get messed up, though. I would hate for you to ever doing anything ULTRA STUPID, not to mention dangerous, like drink & drive!!!
190978
Well, My boyfriend and I smoke weed everyday and it has not effected us in a bad way at all, other than spending some of our weekly "extra" cash, it doesn't drain out pockets. We have a flourishing relationship, our bills are paid, my daughter is doing well in pre-school, and NO she is not around when we smoke, she is sleeping or away and we smoke in a designated spot in the house. I think it all depends on the psychological state of that person, and not on the drug itself. I think if you enjoy smoking, thats fine, some people enjoy a glass of wine after work, whats the difference? As long as it does not effect your finances or social life, have fun while you are young and can afford to do these things.
87741
control always good yea you need to back off i know it sucks but your the one going to get shit for it and so much could go wrong so fast especially when alcohol is involved!!
159772
Nothing, unless you take more than the recommended daily allowance or do it regularly. If you take painkillers regularly you'll end up with a headache when you don't take them, due to withdrawal effects.
588773
fair skinned bruise easily, not as much clotting factor in your blood, anemic, vitamin deficiency, you may need an iron supplement if you don't eat enough red meat, could be a side effect of taking aspirin.
203510
I have the same problem.  \n\nUsually the alcohol isn't the problem.  It may be what additives are in.  Things such as yeast, corn, eggs, molds and sulfites can affect you.  Try drinking something different and see if it still happens.  Then compare the ingredients.\n\nIt also depends on the temperature and what you've been doing previously.  You may not be allergic to alcohol, but your surroundings might trigger something.
240219
I think you could die from drinking any kind of medication if you drink enough of it. How much you would need to drink would depend on the actual ingredients and the strengths. But why would you want to do that?