Is it safe to drink alcohol while off medication?

I am currently off all meds. Can I drink wine or alcohol at this point? Thanks.

Why not?

Thank you.

You definitely can. It will affect your output, and can break your barriers down faster. Best to start in moderation, and close to home at first. I love a nice glass of whiskey now and then.

Off your meds?  Hell, that's the best time.  Just do it in moderation so you don't get stupid.  Thumb's up.

My favorite too.

See, I knew I liked you!

Kindred Spirits

I've had one glass of red wine since I got out of the hospital, and it was delicious. Moderation, as always, is key. I have yet to have another, but it's been over a week, so I think I'll be picking up a nice red to sip on over the next month or so!

I love a nice Woodford Reserve occasionally, haven't had one since the ileostomy though

I gotta be careful though, brown liquor makes me mean, I do not need help with that!

Thanks.

Thanks.

I don't know why, but this made me laugh. I can't imagine what you mean. I'll have to try your suggestion. I have a 20-year single malt scotch that I'm loving right now. Fortunately, it was a gift. A bit rich for my blood.

Woodford Reserve isn't cheap, but it's not Pappy Van Winkle expensive either.

I will definitely look into it.

Take gabapentin and you won't even drink!

Gabapentin does nothing for me, in fact, it made me feel worse. Some folks get a lot of relief from it, I wasn't one of those people though. Fluid retention was also an issue.

Had a couple small glasses of red wine last night, it was good and no ill effects!

I would say start with just a couple of drinks and see how it goes. We are all so different with foods and drinks. On my first stomaversary, I got so drunk my friends told me afterwards that I was talking to a coat rack thinking it was a person. No idea how I emptied my bag that night, but I guess it was just like second nature! And now that I survived that night, I can go out and socialize with my friends with confidence.

But don't forget to drink plenty of water so you don't get dehydrated.

I hope the coat rack wasn't talking back.

Me too! To be honest, I don't remember a thing.

Probably for the best.

I read that beer and wine (grapes are not good for an ileostomy). When I had wine, I had a lot of liquid output. I enjoy a White Russian on occasion!

Sunflowers

Gabapentin is an effective medication for me too!

Mmm, White Russians are delicious! I love a good, dark beer. Bubbles can definitely be problematic.

Haha, I can just see it now. I'm glad you had fun, and all ended well.

I'm excited to see how a weak gin and tonic goes down. I haven't had one for over 9 months. I don't really have a craving, but it's a beautiful June day and my favorite people (mostly family and a friend) are coming for dinner. My husband will grill salmon outside. I hope I don't have a bad reaction. I really appreciate all these funny comments!