I am also on coumadin and I at times have a drink here and there but not right after I take the meds and I am just a occasional drinker.
but they do say its not good to mix meds and alcoholic drinks.
When I see someone asking a question such as this I am wary about answering since it is apparent this is a problem for you. Pleeease be careful and see your family practitioner for recommendations re this.
See this site for more info
drugs.com
I copied and pasted this for you.
MONITOR: Enhanced hypoprothrombinemic response to warfarin has been reported in patients with acute alcohol intoxication and/or liver disease. The proposed mechanisms are inhibition of warfarin metabolism and decreased synthesis of clotting factors. Binge drinking may exacerbate liver impairment and its metabolic ability in patients with liver dysfunction. The risk of bleeding may be increased. Conversely, reductions in INR/PT have also been reported in chronic alcoholics with liver disease. The proposed mechanism is that continual drinking of large amounts of alcohol induces the hepatic metabolism of anticoagulants. Effects are highly variable and significant INR/PT fluctuations are possible.
MANAGEMENT: Patients taking oral anticoagulants should be counseled to avoid large amounts of ethanol, but moderate consumption (one to two drinks per day) are not likely to affect the response to the anticoagulant in patients with normal liver function. Frequent INR/PT monitoring is recommended, especially if alcohol intake changes considerably. It may be advisable to avoid oral anticoagulant therapy in patients with uncontrollable drinking problems. Patients should be advised to promptly report any signs of bleeding to their doctor, including pain, swelling, headache, dizziness, weakness, prolonged bleeding from cuts, increased menstrual flow, nosebleeds, bleeding of gums from brushing, unusual bleeding or bruising, red or brown urine, or red or black stools.
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NOT SAFE TO HAVE ANY I REPEAT ANY ALCOHOL!!