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What Are The Health Risks Associated With Consuming Alcohol While On Naltrexone And Doxepin?
Hello, My brother is recovering alcoholic. He just got the relapse and is drinking again. Doctor give him two types of medications; Naltrexone 50 mg and Doxepin 10mg. I wanted to know what are the health risks of him drinking and taking this pills at the same time?
Sat, 15 Sep 2018
Hi,
Both the medicines and alcohol may have a great side effect. The alcohol consumption needs to be stopped else both the alcohol and medicine may cause vital organ damage although it is not certain.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Akhtarhusain,
General & Family Physician
Both the medicines and alcohol may have a great side effect. The alcohol consumption needs to be stopped else both the alcohol and medicine may cause vital organ damage although it is not certain.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Akhtarhusain,
General & Family Physician
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