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Taking Concerta, Citalopram And Mirtazapine. Is It Dangerous To Smoke Cannabis And Consume Alcohol While Taking This Medication?
Question: Is it XXXXXXX to smoke cannabis while taking 2x Concerta XL 36mg per day , 1x Citalopram 20mg per day and 1x 30mg Mirtazapine at night , also is it ok to consume alcohol while taking this medication please?
Brief Answer:
Yes its definitely XXXXXXX
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have studied your case
Cannabis with Concerta can lead to prolonged seizures. Also anxiety issues, panic attacks etc are reported.
Methylphenidate [Concerta] medicine may cause dizziness, drowsiness and visual disturbances. If affected, you should avoid activities that could be potentially hazardous, such as climbing trees, riding bikes or horses, driving or operating machinery.
You should not drink alcohol while taking this medicine.
With all antidepressants [ citalopram, mirtazapine ], it’s safest to avoid any alcohol, particularly if you are going to drive. If you do decide to drink alcohol, you should never exceed the recommended daily limits.
Evidence shows that drinking alcohol while taking mirtazapine can increase co-ordination problems. It can also make you feel sleepy. If you’re taking mirtazapine and drink alcohol, you shouldn’t drive or operate machinery. The manufacturers of mirtazapine advise that you avoid drinking alcohol.
Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.
Wishing you good health.
Take care
Yes its definitely XXXXXXX
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have studied your case
Cannabis with Concerta can lead to prolonged seizures. Also anxiety issues, panic attacks etc are reported.
Methylphenidate [Concerta] medicine may cause dizziness, drowsiness and visual disturbances. If affected, you should avoid activities that could be potentially hazardous, such as climbing trees, riding bikes or horses, driving or operating machinery.
You should not drink alcohol while taking this medicine.
With all antidepressants [ citalopram, mirtazapine ], it’s safest to avoid any alcohol, particularly if you are going to drive. If you do decide to drink alcohol, you should never exceed the recommended daily limits.
Evidence shows that drinking alcohol while taking mirtazapine can increase co-ordination problems. It can also make you feel sleepy. If you’re taking mirtazapine and drink alcohol, you shouldn’t drive or operate machinery. The manufacturers of mirtazapine advise that you avoid drinking alcohol.
Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.
Wishing you good health.
Take care
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