Posted by Dim_Light_Shining on August 20, 2006, at 22:51:50
In reply to Problems with Effexor XR and alcohol?, posted by Aciel on August 20, 2006, at 19:33:40
Hi Aciel,
I just read your post and there's a few things that really jumped out at me. I should start by saying I'm not any kind of health professional, but personal experience has taught me some things about depression and self-medication.
To me, it sounds like you may have two issues: alcohol, and the alcohol interacting with the Effexor, which indeed lowers tolerance. I find it concerning that you crave alcohol on a daily basis and recently drank a dangerous amount when no one was around to stop you, and that you don't feel you can stop drinking. May I ask why you feel you can't stop; is it a social thing, like related to friends, or is it something you feel that you yourself need? I completely know how easy it is, when you're depressed, to grab hold of anything that makes the pain go away for awhile. Unfortunately, this is also how many people find themselves in over their heads!
Again, this is only my opinion; I'm offering it in the spirit of helpfulness, not to boss or judge you. My suggestion is to speak to your doctor or psychiatrist without delay and tell them about your experiences with alcohol. There may also be programs for teenagers who are concerned about their alcohol use; you can usually find them in the phone book, or your doctor or guidance counsellor can refer you. You're well-spoken and clearly intelligent, and you were strong and self-aware enough to get help for your depression. You can use these same qualities to address your drinking before you come to harm. Please take good care of yourself, and lots of good wishes your way.
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