Anniejay
02-04-06, 16:17
Hi,
Just been reading the topic about alcohol and Citalopram. Does anyone know if the same can be said for Sertraline and alcohol? I've always had alcohol since starting the Sertraline over 10 years ago and never had a problem, but lately, particularly on a Monday morning after having had a few drinks over the weekend (I don't drink through the week) the feelings of anxiety/panic and depression have been awful. After a particular heavy alcohol weekend a little while ago, I actually had horrendous feelings and thoughts on the Monday morning driving to work. I actually thought 'If I drive my car into the barrier, maybe I can end it all' It was as if there was someone in my head and they had taken over and put that thought there. THAT really scared me! I have nothing to run away from! I have a great husband and two teenage kids - who yes DO cause me some problems, but certainly not to the extent that I would end it all! Then as the week progresses I feel fine again - happy etc. Can this be that suddenly I can't drink and take sertraline anymore? Can it be connected with my age too? I'm nearly 48. Any experiences or advice would be greatly appreciated!
Thanks
Annie
Just been reading the topic about alcohol and Citalopram. Does anyone know if the same can be said for Sertraline and alcohol? I've always had alcohol since starting the Sertraline over 10 years ago and never had a problem, but lately, particularly on a Monday morning after having had a few drinks over the weekend (I don't drink through the week) the feelings of anxiety/panic and depression have been awful. After a particular heavy alcohol weekend a little while ago, I actually had horrendous feelings and thoughts on the Monday morning driving to work. I actually thought 'If I drive my car into the barrier, maybe I can end it all' It was as if there was someone in my head and they had taken over and put that thought there. THAT really scared me! I have nothing to run away from! I have a great husband and two teenage kids - who yes DO cause me some problems, but certainly not to the extent that I would end it all! Then as the week progresses I feel fine again - happy etc. Can this be that suddenly I can't drink and take sertraline anymore? Can it be connected with my age too? I'm nearly 48. Any experiences or advice would be greatly appreciated!
Thanks
Annie