Posted by rina on August 18, 2007, at 19:16:38
In reply to Re: Tolerance to Benzo Anxiety Effects - dopamine? » barbaracat, posted by Phillipa on August 14, 2007, at 21:41:00
This is what I found. The combined effects of benzodiazepines and alcohol or other CNS depressants (drugs that slow the central nervous system) can be very dangerous, leading to unconsciousness or, rarely, even death.
Anyone taking benzodiazepines should not drink alcohol and should check with his or her physician beforeusing any CNS depressants. Taking an overdose of benzodiazepines can also cause unconsciousness and possibly death.
Anyone who shows signs of an overdose or of the effects of combining benzodiazepines with alcohol or other drugsshould get immediate emergency help. Warning signs include slurred speech or confusion, severe drowsiness, staggering, and profound weakness.
Benzodiazepines may cause behavior changes in some people, similar to those seen in people who act differently when they drink alcohol. More extreme changes, such as confusion, agitation, and hallucinations, also are possible.
Anyone who starts having strange or unusual thoughts or behavior while taking this medicine should get in touch with his or her physician.
http://www.faqs.org/health/topics/37/Benzodiazepines.html
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