If I Have Withdrawn from Benzodiazipines for 9 Months Now, Is It Okay to Drink a Glass of Wine?

[JasonP]

Basically, I am having trouble sleeping sometimes and wonder if it is okay to drink a glass of wine (or maybe 2) at night? Maybe on occasion?

 

[Allan1967]

Using alcohol to help you sleep is another crutch, don't you think?

But we must do what we can to help us get through.

 

[JohnAdams]

a little wine is fine.

you'll be fine,

fine like wine.

 

[Bam]

Washing down Valium with beer is my new Friday night 'fun'. Go for it! What's the worst that can happen?....oh yeah it already happened.

 

[Agrajag364]

Basically, I am having trouble sleeping sometimes and wonder if it is okay to drink a glass of wine (or maybe 2) at night? Maybe on occasion?

I take it you're not British?

Go for it

 

[Lane]

I am having trouble sleeping sometimes and wonder if it is okay to drink a glass of wine (or maybe 2) at night?

Hi @JasonP -- I've heard varying reports, with some people finding alcohol helps with their sleep and tinnitus, and others saying just the opposite. I don't see why it would be a problem for you to experiment with it. I'd suggest starting slowly however, perhaps a 1/2 glass to start with, and then see what amount and frequency works best for you; -- I'm alcohol intolerant myself, and haven't had any for 30+ years now. Even a small amount can leave me with a nauseous, hangover type feeling for 2-3 days. Seems to change my body chemistry in some way.