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A member asked:
What happens if you drink alchohol while also taking effexor (venlafaxine) xr?
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Not a good idea: It is never a good idea to drink alcohol while taking any psychiatric medication, but 1 or 2 drinks every once in a while shouldn't be a problem.
Answered 6/23/2019
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