A woman worried about taking alcohol and prescription drugs

Mixing Alcohol and Prescription Drugs

In our society, alcohol use is legal and widely accepted. In moderation, many adults consume alcohol responsibly, but used in access, alcohol can create a litany of problems. One of the ways that alcohol use can escalate to becoming extremely problematic is when alcohol is mixed with prescription drugs. Though these medications are often prescribed…

Woman struggling to stay awake after abusing melatonin and alcohol

Dangers of Mixing Melatonin and Alcohol

Mixing melatonin and alcohol may seem harmless enough. After all, melatonin is all-natural, over-the-counter sleep aid. However, it can actually have dangerous consequences. Both melatonin and alcohol affect the central nervous system, leading to drowsiness and impaired cognitive functioning. Combining the two can amplify these effects and increase the risk of accidents or injury. Additionally,…