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I was put on 60mg of propranolol once nightly for anxiety. is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medication? or if i plan to drink should i wait until my next dose? i only drink once a week on the weekend.

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Propranolol: Per Drugs.Com Drug Interaction checker: "Propranolol and ethanol may have additive effects in lowering your blood pressure. You may experience headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and/or changes in pulse or heart rate." REF: https://www.drugs.com/food-interactions/propranolol.html. Although some providers may give different guidance, I usually recommend not to use alcohol if on psy

Answered 8/26/2020

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