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A member asked:

Was on librium for anxiety not alcohol abuse. wanted off was tapered off last 25mg was thursday. how long until i can consume beer?

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Dr. Linda Callaghan answered

Specializes in Addiction Medicine

3 days.: If you have anxiety however, it is not a good idea to consume alcohol because it can precipitate an anxiety attack.

Answered 6/23/2014

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