Alcoholics Anonymous and Medication

What You Need to Know

Since I've been sober for four years now, I've sat in quite a few alcoholics anonymous meetings.

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Medication

I hear different topics mentioned from time to time and sometimes people talk about medication that they are taking. Some people get their feathers ruffled and get their panties in a bunch because they think that if you are taking medication for anything, then you are not clean and sober.
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Medication And Alcoholics Anonymous

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I find several problems with this point of view:

1. The people in Alcoholics Anonymous are not medical doctors.
2. The people in Alcoholics Anonymous are not qualified to give out medical advice of any kind.
3. If your doctor knows you and knows that you're an alcoholic, then you should discuss any concerns you have about the medication with your doctor.

Always, Consult With Your Doctor

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Sometimes, in Alcoholics Anonymous meetings, I'll hear people talk about how they stopped taking their medication because they didn't want to become addicted to it. Again, I would consult with your doctor before taking any drastic action like that.
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Doctors And Medication

Doctors prescribe medication for a reason, to help you. You shouldn't just stop taking your medication because somebody in Alcoholics Anonymous has an opinion about it.

Always, talk to your doctor about your questions and concerns. The doctor is the one who has the medical training to know these things.
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