Can I take Alcohol and Amitriptyline together?

Por qué sucede esto

Both alcohol and amitriptyline are 'central nervous system depressants'. This means they both slow down the activity of your brain and nerves. When taken together, their effects add up (a synergistic effect), making the sedation much stronger than if you had taken either one alone.

It is best to avoid drinking alcohol altogether while taking amitriptyline, especially when you first start the medication or if your dose has just been increased. If you do choose to drink, keep it to a very small amount, stay at home, and do not drive or operate machinery. Speak to your doctor or pharmacist about how to safely manage alcohol while on this treatment.

Condiciones de salud mental

La amitriptilina puede aumentar el riesgo de pensamientos suicidas y autolesiones, especialmente cuando comienzas a tomarla o cuando cambian tu dosis. Vigila tu estado de ánimo de cerca y busca ayuda médica urgente si experimentas pensamientos angustiosos.

Heart conditions (e.g. recent heart attack, heart rhythm disorders)

You must not take amitriptyline if you have recently had a heart attack or have certain heart rhythm problems, as it can affect the electrical signals in your heart and increase the risk of a fatal arrhythmia.

Glaucoma

La amitriptilina puede aumentar la presión dentro de su ojo. No tome este medicamento si tiene glaucoma agudo, ya que puede empeorar significativamente la condición.

Cafeína (Café, Té, Bebidas Energéticas)

Amitriptyline can sometimes cause a fast or irregular heartbeat. High amounts of caffeine can worsen this effect or increase feelings of anxiety and restlessness, which may counteract the calming effect of the medication.

Taking multiple medicines? Our Verificador de Interacciones de Medicamentos helps you check whether your prescriptions, over-the-counter medicines, and supplements are safe to take together. Simply search for your medicines to see potential interactions and what to do about them.

Descargo de responsabilidad

Esta información es solo para fines educativos generales y no debe considerarse como un sustituto del consejo médico profesional. Siempre consulte a su médico de cabecera, farmacéutico u otro profesional de la salud calificado antes de tomar decisiones sobre sus medicamentos. Las circunstancias individuales pueden variar, y solo un profesional de la salud que conozca su historial médico puede proporcionar orientación personalizada.