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Alcohol and drugs in the world of epilepsy<\/p>\n
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Alcohol and epilepsy: beware of hidden effects<\/strong> [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_toggle title=”Can Alcohol Trigger Seizures?” open_toggle_text_color=”#000000″ icon_color=”#000000″ toggle_icon=”L||divi||400″ use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”24px” open_icon_color=”#000000″ open_toggle_icon=”K||divi||400″ open_use_icon_font_size=”on” open_icon_font_size=”24px” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#000000″ title_font=”Poppins||||||||” title_font_size=”18px” body_font=”Poppins|300|||||||” body_text_color=”#000000″ body_font_size=”15px” body_line_height=”1.4em” background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”20px|20px|20px|20px|true|true” title_font_size_tablet=”18px” title_font_size_phone=”16px” title_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” body_font_size_tablet=”15px” body_font_size_phone=”15px” body_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” border_width_all=”2px” border_color_all=”#9D52A1″ border_width_bottom=”0px” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n This question is frequently asked, and it is entirely normal to wonder about this delicate subject. The answer is not simple, as it depends entirely on you and your unique situation. <\/span><\/p>\n Each person is different<\/strong><\/p>\n You know your body best. Alcohol tolerance varies greatly from person to person, and this reality is even more important when living with epilepsy. Some people may find that even occasional or very small amounts of alcohol trigger seizures. In such cases, it will likely be necessary to completely avoid alcohol and discuss it with your doctor. <\/span><\/p>\n Other individuals whose epilepsy is well-controlled may be able to consume alcohol in moderation without affecting their seizure frequency.<\/span><\/p>\n The best people to guide you in this consideration? Your medical team: neurologist, pharmacist, nurse… and especially yourself! Together, you can assess your personal situation and make the best decisions for your health. <\/span><\/p>\n Vigilance remains our watchword<\/strong>, but we must not forget that every journey with epilepsy is unique. Ask all your questions\u2014they are legitimate and important.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”The Effects of Alcohol” open_toggle_text_color=”#000000″ icon_color=”#000000″ toggle_icon=”L||divi||400″ use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”24px” open_icon_color=”#000000″ open_toggle_icon=”K||divi||400″ open_use_icon_font_size=”on” open_icon_font_size=”24px” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#000000″ title_font=”Poppins||||||||” title_font_size=”18px” body_font=”Poppins|300|||||||” body_text_color=”#000000″ body_font_size=”15px” body_line_height=”1.4em” background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”20px|20px|20px|20px|true|true” title_font_size_tablet=”18px” title_font_size_phone=”16px” title_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” body_font_size_tablet=”15px” body_font_size_phone=”15px” body_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” border_width_all=”2px” border_color_all=”#9D52A1″ locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Interactions to be aware of<\/strong><\/p>\n Alcohol and anti-epileptic drugs are a complex combination that deserves your attention. Alcohol can reduce the absorption of your medication, speed up its elimination, or reduce your body’s ability to process it properly. The result?<\/span> Your treatment may become less effective or, conversely, cause an overdose. This increases the risk of side effects and recurrent seizures.<\/strong><\/p>\n The opposite is also true: some medications slow down the breakdown of alcohol in your stomach, allowing for faster and greater absorption into the bloodstream. The effect of alcohol is intensified, sometimes even doubled! This combination also doubles the sedative effect and can significantly reduce your alcohol tolerance. <\/span><\/p>\n When alcohol becomes dangerous<\/strong><\/p>\n Moderate to excessive consumption, as well as the subsequent withdrawal, can trigger convulsions and even lead to status epilepticus, a serious complication requiring emergency medical intervention.<\/span><\/p>\n Your best course of action<\/strong><\/p>\n Before pouring yourself a drink, take the time to carefully read the leaflet for your medications. If in doubt, it is best to abstain \u2013 advice that applies to all medications, as a precautionary principle. <\/span><\/p>\n Moderation is always best!<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”rgba(126,196,183,0.29)” custom_padding=”0px||0px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”1″ make_equal=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” max_width=”2560px” custom_padding=”0px||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”100px|120px|100px|120px|true|true” custom_padding_tablet=”100px|120px|100px|120px|true|true” custom_padding_phone=”40px|40px|40px|40px|true|true” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_3_font=”Poppins||||||||” header_3_text_align=”left” header_3_text_color=”#FFFFFF” header_3_font_size=”20px” header_3_line_height=”1.7em” custom_margin=”3px||17px|||” custom_margin_tablet=”39px||17px|||” custom_margin_phone=”0px||17px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_css_main_element=”.highlight {|| background-color: #9d52a1;|| padding: 1px 10px;|| border-radius: 3px;|| display: inline-block;||}||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Poppins|600|||||||” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”35px” text_line_height=”1.3em” custom_margin=”||26px|||” text_font_size_tablet=”30px” text_font_size_phone=”25px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Creative and delicious alternatives!<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Poppins||||||||” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”16px” link_text_align=”center” link_text_color=”#9D52A1″ custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”15px” text_font_size_phone=”15px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Who said you have to give up pleasure? Sophisticated mocktails, non-alcoholic ready-to-drink beverages, de-alcoholized beers, 0% spirits \u2013 a multitude of tasty options are available for you to celebrate without compromising your well-being. <\/span><\/p>\n The websites <\/span> [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9hdHRhY2htZW50Iiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjEwNjMiLCJlbmFibGVfaHRtbCI6Im9mZiJ9fQ==@” button_text=”View the guide” button_alignment=”left” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_size=”16px” button_text_color=”#FFFFFF” button_bg_color=”#9D52A1″ button_border_width=”0px” button_border_radius=”100px” button_font=”Poppins|600|||||||” custom_margin=”32px|25px|1px||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”0px||40px||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”25px||40px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”||||false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https:\/\/www.epilepsiemonteregie.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/ahtziri-lagarde-TI_pVPUFRzY-unsplash-scaled.jpg” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”1200px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_3_font=”Poppins||||||||” header_3_text_align=”left” header_3_text_color=”#FFFFFF” header_3_font_size=”20px” header_3_line_height=”1.7em” custom_margin=”3px||17px|||” custom_margin_tablet=”39px||17px|||” custom_margin_phone=”0px||17px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_css_main_element=”.highlight {|| background-color: #9d52a1;|| padding: 1px 10px;|| border-radius: 3px;|| display: inline-block;||}||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Poppins||||||||” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”18px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Drugs, whether stimulating, depressive, or hallucinogenic, <\/span>can all influence your epilepsy in different ways. <\/b>Some substances lower the epileptogenic threshold, meaning they make your brain more susceptible to triggering seizures.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_toggle title=”Dangerous Interactions with your Medications” open_toggle_text_color=”#000000″ icon_color=”#000000″ toggle_icon=”L||divi||400″ use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”24px” open_icon_color=”#000000″ open_toggle_icon=”K||divi||400″ open_use_icon_font_size=”on” open_icon_font_size=”24px” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#000000″ title_font=”Poppins||||||||” title_font_size=”18px” body_font=”Poppins|300|||||||” body_text_color=”#000000″ body_font_size=”15px” body_line_height=”1.4em” background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”20px|20px|20px|20px|true|true” title_font_size_tablet=”18px” title_font_size_phone=”16px” title_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” body_font_size_tablet=”15px” body_font_size_phone=”15px” body_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” border_width_all=”2px” border_color_all=”#9D52A1″ border_width_bottom=”0px” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n As with alcohol, drugs can alter the effectiveness of your anti-epileptic treatments. They can accelerate their elimination, reduce their absorption, or create unpredictable interactions. This situation can compromise the control of your epilepsy or cause serious side effects. <\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Withdrawal: a Particularly High-Risk Period” open_toggle_text_color=”#000000″ icon_color=”#000000″ toggle_icon=”L||divi||400″ use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”24px” open_icon_color=”#000000″ open_toggle_icon=”K||divi||400″ open_use_icon_font_size=”on” open_icon_font_size=”24px” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#000000″ title_font=”Poppins||||||||” title_font_size=”18px” body_font=”Poppins|300|||||||” body_text_color=”#000000″ body_font_size=”15px” body_line_height=”1.4em” background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”20px|20px|20px|20px|true|true” title_font_size_tablet=”18px” title_font_size_phone=”16px” title_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” body_font_size_tablet=”15px” body_font_size_phone=”15px” body_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” border_width_all=”2px” border_color_all=”#9D52A1″ border_width_bottom=”0px” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Abrupt cessation of certain substances can trigger seizures, sometimes more severe than usual. Therefore, if you use drugs, it is necessary to speak openly with your medical team to plan a safe withdrawal if needed. <\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”A Non-Judgmental Dialogue” open_toggle_text_color=”#000000″ icon_color=”#000000″ toggle_icon=”L||divi||400″ use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”24px” open_icon_color=”#000000″ open_toggle_icon=”K||divi||400″ open_use_icon_font_size=”on” open_icon_font_size=”24px” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#000000″ title_font=”Poppins||||||||” title_font_size=”18px” body_font=”Poppins|300|||||||” body_text_color=”#000000″ body_font_size=”15px” body_line_height=”1.4em” background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”20px|20px|20px|20px|true|true” title_font_size_tablet=”18px” title_font_size_phone=”16px” title_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” body_font_size_tablet=”15px” body_font_size_phone=”15px” body_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” border_width_all=”2px” border_color_all=”#9D52A1″ locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Discussing drug use with your neurologist, pharmacist, or nurse may seem intimidating; however, these professionals are there to help you, not to judge you. They need to know your full situation to offer you the best possible care. <\/span><\/p>\n If you feel the need for help to reduce or cease your consumption, specialized resources exist, and your team can direct you to them.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”rgba(126,196,183,0.29)” custom_padding=”0px||0px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”1″ make_equal=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” max_width=”2560px” custom_padding=”0px||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”100px|120px|100px|120px|true|true” custom_padding_tablet=”100px|120px|100px|120px|true|true” custom_padding_phone=”40px|40px|40px|40px|true|true” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_3_font=”Poppins||||||||” header_3_text_align=”left” header_3_text_color=”#FFFFFF” header_3_font_size=”20px” header_3_line_height=”1.7em” custom_margin=”3px||17px|||” custom_margin_tablet=”39px||17px|||” custom_margin_phone=”0px||17px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_css_main_element=”.highlight {|| background-color: #9d52a1;|| padding: 1px 10px;|| border-radius: 3px;|| display: inline-block;||}||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Poppins|600|||||||” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”35px” text_line_height=”1.3em” custom_margin=”||26px|||” text_font_size_tablet=”30px” text_font_size_phone=”25px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Each substance carries risks<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Poppins||||||||” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”16px” link_text_align=”center” link_text_color=”#9D52A1″ custom_margin=”||15px||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”15px” text_font_size_phone=”15px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Drugs and epilepsy: what you need to know<\/b><\/p>\n This question can be difficult to address, but it is important and deserves clear answers. If you are wondering about the effects of substances that act on the brain and your epilepsy, you are right to seek reliable information. Everyone reacts differently, but when it comes to epilepsy and drugs, caution is still advised. Your well-being and safety are worth more than any temporary pleasure.<\/p>\n Each substance carries risks<\/b><\/p>\n Drugs, whether stimulating, depressive, or hallucinogenic, <\/span>can all influence your epilepsy in different ways. <\/b>Some substances lower the epileptogenic threshold, meaning they make your brain more susceptible to triggering seizures.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Poppins||||||||” text_text_color=”#9D52A1″ text_font_size=”16px” link_text_align=”center” link_text_color=”#9D52A1″ ul_text_color=”#9D52A1″ ul_line_height=”1.2em” custom_margin=”||-9px||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”15px” text_font_size_phone=”15px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_css_free_form=”ul li {|| margin-bottom: 8px; \/* Ajuste la valeur selon l\u2019espace d\u00e9sir\u00e9 *\/||}||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9hdHRhY2htZW50Iiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjEwNjMiLCJlbmFibGVfaHRtbCI6Im9mZiJ9fQ==@” button_text=”View the guide” button_alignment=”left” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_size=”16px” button_text_color=”#FFFFFF” button_bg_color=”#9D52A1″ button_border_width=”0px” button_border_radius=”100px” button_font=”Poppins|600|||||||” custom_margin=”32px|25px|1px||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”0px||40px||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”25px||40px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”||||false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https:\/\/www.epilepsiemonteregie.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Untitled-design-2025-08-20T115343.972.jpg” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”Poppins|700||on|||||” header_2_text_align=”center” header_2_text_color=”#9D52A1″ custom_margin=”||8px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Poppins|300|||||||” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”1.4em” text_orientation=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Here is a situation we often encounter: a person tells us that their medications have stopped being effective, that they are experiencing more seizures despite a treatment that previously worked well.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n The consumption of alcohol or marijuana can indeed nullify or significantly reduce the effectiveness of your anti-epileptic treatments. 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This question is frequently asked, and it is entirely normal to wonder about this delicate subject. The answer is not simple, as it depends entirely on you and your unique situation. Each person is different You know your body best. Alcohol tolerance varies greatly from person to person, and this reality is even more important when living with epilepsy. Some people may find that even occasional or very small amounts of alcohol trigger seizures. In such cases, it will likely be necessary to completely avoid alcohol and discuss it with your doctor. Other individuals whose epilepsy is well-controlled may be able to consume alcohol in moderation without affecting their seizure frequency. The best people to guide you in this consideration? Your medical team: neurologist, pharmacist, nurse… and especially yourself! Together, you can assess your personal situation and make the best decisions for your health. 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It can be tempting to drink to relax or forget stress. However, in the long term, alcohol can amplify anxiety, depression, and complicate epilepsy management. Self-care also involves lifestyle choices that support your well-being. <\/p>\nModeration is Always Best<\/span><\/h3>\n
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When Medications “No Longer Work”<\/h2>\n