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WantToHeal · 09-13-2009, 01:40 PM

I was diagnosed with anxiety and depression in 2005. I was on Lexapro until early this year, when it stopped being effective for me. Then a brief stint on Zoloft, which really kicked my anxiety up through the roof (no drinking during this time period).

I started on Cymbalta in late June, and gradually felt my symptoms lift. Then I stupidly started drinking again, a few beers here and there, culminating in a big binge and return of my anxiety around Labor Day.

I have an appointment with my doctor tomorrow, so I'm not asking for medical advice. But has anyone had a relapse in drinking negatively affect their psych meds? And if so, how did you bring yourself back into stability?

09-13-2009, 01:40 PM	#1 (permalink)
WantToHeal One Foot in Front of the Other Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 242	Anyone have alcohol interfere with their meds? I was diagnosed with anxiety and depression in 2005. I was on Lexapro until early this year, when it stopped being effective for me. Then a brief stint on Zoloft, which really kicked my anxiety up through the roof (no drinking during this time period). I started on Cymbalta in late June, and gradually felt my symptoms lift. Then I stupidly started drinking again, a few beers here and there, culminating in a big binge and return of my anxiety around Labor Day. I have an appointment with my doctor tomorrow, so I'm not asking for medical advice. But has anyone had a relapse in drinking negatively affect their psych meds? And if so, how did you bring yourself back into stability?