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| DRUG | PURPOSE | INTERACTION WITH ALCOHOL |
|---|---|---|
| baclofen (Lioresal ®) | spasticity | drowsiness, dizziness, fatigue, weakness, decreased motor coordination |
| diazepam (Valium ®) and other sedatives | spasticity, anxiety | drowsiness, dizziness, fatigue, weakness, decreased motor coordination |
| warfarin (Coumadin ®) | blood clotting problems | risk of blood clot or bleeding |
| antidepressants (e.g., amitriptyline) | pain, depression | drowsiness, dizziness, fatigue, weakness, decreased motor coordination, slower and more shallow breathing |
| acetylsalicylic acid (ASA and other anti-inflammatories (e.g., Naproxen ®, etc.) | inflammation, pain | increased risk of gastric bleeding and pain |
| metronidazile (Flagil ®) and some other antibiotics | infection | facial flushing, nausea and vomiting |
Taken from An information series produced by the Spinal Cord Program at GF Strong Rehab Centre, September 2005
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