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Was prescribed 2mg diazepam only to take when needed for anxiety. is it okay to have one alcoholic drink now and then even on days ive taken 2mg?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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Not recommended: Please do not take diazepam and alcohol. It can cause respiratory depression, sedation and slow cognition.

Answered 8/3/2019

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A member asked:

Was prescribed 2mg diazepam only to take when needed for anxiety. is it okay to have one alcoholic drink now and then even on days ive taken 2mg?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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