Is it safe to drink alcohol while off medication?

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Cpennington58

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

AlexT

Why not?

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Cpennington58
Reply to AlexT

Thank you.

RaenotRay

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.

HenryM

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

 
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Reply to RaenotRay

My favorite too.

RaenotRay
Reply to Anonymous

See, I knew I liked you!

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Reply to RaenotRay

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Abefroman1969

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!

Abefroman1969
Reply to RaenotRay

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

Abefroman1969

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

Cpennington58
Reply to RaenotRay

Thanks.

Cpennington58
Reply to HenryM

Thanks.

RaenotRay
Reply to Abefroman1969

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.

Abefroman1969
Reply to RaenotRay

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

RaenotRay
Reply to Abefroman1969

I will definitely look into it.

Hermit
Reply to Cpennington58

Take gabapentin and you won't even drink!

Abefroman1969
Reply to Hermit

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.

Abefroman1969

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

PipPop

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.

AlexT
Reply to PipPop

I hope the coat rack wasn't talking back.

PipPop
Reply to AlexT

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

AlexT
Reply to PipPop

Probably for the best.

sunflowers
Reply to RaenotRay

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

sunflowers
Reply to Abefroman1969

Gabapentin is an effective medication for me too!

RaenotRay
Reply to sunflowers

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

RaenotRay
Reply to PipPop

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

knitter

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!

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