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Since things are getting worse with my (our) dad, he has been using pretty heavy medications. He is using Diazepam and Zaldiar ( a medication with tramadol included). Now both mecdications recommend not using any alchol what so ever. I have tried telling my mom about the use of alchol, because she is the one who gives my father the alchol while is sick. But nothing is been done with this information and my dad is still drinking while using this (pretty heavy) medications. What to do? Do i (we) need to call their doctor and tell her about this? Do i (we) need to let this be their responsibilty? No clue what to do now.
thanks!
-- Edited by Theemettaart on Saturday 25th of August 2012 08:31:57 AM
I understand your concern. Mark has clearly expressed my belief. I would just like to add that attending alanon Face to Face meetings yourself could help YOU greatly.
We understand the anxiety and fears of which you speak. We accept that we are powerless over alcohol, people, places and things We deveop new tools to live by so that we can focus on ourselves, live one day at a time and find some serenity, courage and wisdom
Please checkout the meetings in your community The number is listed in the white pages
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-- Edited by hotrod on Sunday 26th of August 2012 09:08:38 AM
If your parents know it's contraindicated, calling the doctor wont stop much. He will lie to the doctor and say he's not drinking. Combining benzodiazepines (such as valium) and alcohol is certainly dangerous though. Beyond informing, not much you can do.
Hi again,