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hi, just wondered if anyone else drinks while on meds.
i have to admit my drinking has become quite heavy of late (a bottle of 70cl boubon) is lasting less than a week, im having about 12 shots a night.
its the only way i can sleep, the doc gave me meds to help but they don't work so i drink.
i know i prob shouldn't drink but it helps, if i don't have it, i don't sleep and im sure it makes me feel better. i don't drink during the day, only at nights.
anyone else?
i have to admit my drinking has become quite heavy of late (a bottle of 70cl boubon) is lasting less than a week, im having about 12 shots a night.
its the only way i can sleep, the doc gave me meds to help but they don't work so i drink.
i know i prob shouldn't drink but it helps, if i don't have it, i don't sleep and im sure it makes me feel better. i don't drink during the day, only at nights.
anyone else?
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am going to docs on 18th so will talk to her then
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