Why is it bad to drink alcohol while on SSRIs?
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Alcohol also effects your serotonin balance, essentially messing with the serotonin levels that the SSRI is actively trying to maintain.
SSRI means “selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor” – it keeps the serotonin within your synapses (where nerves meet) for longer. Alcohol can exacerbate this effect. It’s not an exact science, but you’re basically going to be more at-risk for the side effects of both drugs.
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