Alcohol after diazpam ??

Daniel2807

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Posted 2/5/2016 6:09 PM (GMT 0)

I've been taking diazapam for a few weeks (2mg) every other night before I go to bed, I had half on tuesday and last night at 10pm as I'm coming of them.I just want to know if it's ok to have a few beers ?? I'm worried I might pass out and my breathing will stop

Post Edited (Daniel2807) : 2/5/2016 11:19:58 AM (GMT-7)

Scaredy Cat

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Posted 2/5/2016 8:07 PM (GMT 0)

Hi Daniel,

You should be fine...

Here is an explanation of how the benzo is broken down and eliminated from the system. Most all of the med will be gone from the body within 48 hrs.

The initial distribution phase is followed by a prolonged terminal elimination phase (half-life up to 48 hours). The terminal elimination half-life of the active metabolite N-desmethyldiazepam is up to 100 hours. Diazepam and its metabolites are excreted mainly in the urine, predominantly as their glucuronide conjugates. The clearance of diazepam is 20 to 30 mL/min in young adults. Diazepam accumulates upon multiple dosing and there is some evidence that the terminal elimination half-life is slightly prolonged.

Good job on being careful and aware. :)

S.C.

Hibee

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Posted 2/7/2016 9:16 AM (GMT 0)

Hi

I agree with SC you should be fine.

Hibee

Nightcrawler65

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Posted 2/8/2016 4:50 PM (GMT 0)

As long as you don't overdo it on the drink, you should be fine.

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