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What Are The Repercussions Of Taking Xanax And Alcohol?

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Posted on Wed, 12 Oct 2016
Question: I have been on celexa for a week and xanax on occassion. I made a poor decision to drink last night. I had too much and now have the worst hangover ever. I am afraid I will die. can I?
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Answered by Dr. Alexander H. Sheppe (1 hour later)
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Detailed Answer:
Hello, and thanks for your question.

Mixing Celexa and alcohol can result is a worse hangover, depressed mood, anxiety, and sedation, but will not kill you. Mixing alcohol and Xanax in high amounts can potentially be fatal. The fact that you are alive this morning means that you are safe for now. I would certainly not do this again.

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What Are The Repercussions Of Taking Xanax And Alcohol?

Brief Answer: Consultation Detailed Answer: Hello, and thanks for your question. Mixing Celexa and alcohol can result is a worse hangover, depressed mood, anxiety, and sedation, but will not kill you. Mixing alcohol and Xanax in high amounts can potentially be fatal. The fact that you are alive this morning means that you are safe for now. I would certainly not do this again. Please remember to rate and close this answer thread when you are finished and satisfied. In the future, for continuity of care, I encourage you to contact me directly at my private web address below. After you ask a direct question, it would be my pleasure to be your dedicated personal physician on this website. My name is Dr. Sheppe, and I am an XXXXXXX doctor working in New York City at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, ranked #1 for Psychiatry in the United States (tinyurl.com/psyrank). For a personalized comprehensive evaluation, treatment recommendations, and individual therapy, ask me at HealthCareMagic at this private web address: tinyurl.com/DrSheppeAnswers