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Alcohol is a central nervous system depressant. More than 150 drugs interact with alcohol. Some of these interactions can be fatal, especially those that involve narcotic drugs that also depress the central nervous system.

Categories of drugs that interact with alcohol include:

• narcotic drugs
• sleeping pills
• antidepressants
• anti-anxiety medications
• antihistamines

Some people who should never drink alcohol. These include:

• children and adolescents under age 21
• women who are pregnant, breastfeeding, or who could become pregnant
• people who cannot control their drinking and keep it at the level of moderate consumption
• people who plan to drive, fly a plane, operate dangerous equipment, act as a lifeguard, or perform any activity that requires quick reactions, good judgment, and coordination
• people who are unable to control their aggression when they drink
• people taking certain medications
• people with liver or kidney damage
• people who are recovering from alcoholism

So people under medication should be careful when consuming alcohol and check with your doctor for safety