saturday night

Saturday night was an interesting crazy time...I had invited a few close friends over for some drinks...there was probably about 20 people who showed up. towards the end of the night something bad happened...one of the girls became unresponsive and we had to call 911. come to find out she had been taking some medication that should not have been mixed with alcohol.

When the fire department and AMR showed up they were extremely rude to us. When I asked to ride along they said no, i asked why not, according to them it was their policy. I got into it with one of the firemen on scene. If i couldn't go then let one of the other EMTs on scene ride a long...they denied that as well

When we got to the hospital they wouldn't let us in the back because the medics on scene told the nurses not to let me in...they painted this picture of me that was completely untrue...security came out to talk to us. it was embarrassing

I have never felt so disrespected. A little bit of professional courtesy would have been amazing...instead we get pushed out of the way and yelled at.

i did call and complain to AMR but it went no where...





this is straight copy and paste from the Mayo Clinic for your information on why you shouldn't mix alcohol and anti-depressants

"Question

Antidepressants and alcohol: What is the concern?

Why is it bad to mix antidepressants and alcohol? What happens? If I take antidepressants, does this mean I can never have an alcoholic drink?

Answer

from Daniel K. Hall-Flavin, M.D.

It's generally best to avoid combining antidepressants and alcohol for several reasons. In some cases it can be dangerous. Before combining antidepressants and alcohol, always talk to your doctor first about whether it's safe for you.
A few things might happen if you mix antidepressants and alcohol:

• You may feel more depressed. Alcohol can worsen depression symptoms, so by drinking it, you could counteract effects of your medication and lessen its benefit.
• You may become more intoxicated than usual. Some antidepressants may cause you to feel more intoxicated than normal when combined with alcohol, which can impair your judgment and ability to drive or do other tasks that require focus and attention.
• The side effects from your medication may worsen. Some antidepressants cause drowsiness, and so does alcohol. Mixing the two could make you sleepy, which is dangerous in situations where you need to be alert.
• Deadly reactions can occur with monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs). Examples of MAOIs include isocarboxazid (Marplan) phenelzine (Nardil) and tranylcypromine (Parnate). When combined with certain types of beverages and foods, these antidepressants can cause a dangerous spike in blood pressure, leading to a stroke. If you take an MAOI, be sure you know what's safe to eat and drink, and which alcoholic beverages can cause a reaction.

Don't stop taking an antidepressant or other medication just so that you can drink. Most antidepressants require taking a consistent, daily dose to maintain a constant level in your system and work as intended. Stopping and starting your medications can make your depression worse.
While it's generally best not to drink at all if you're depressed, ask your doctor. It may be OK to have an occasional drink depending on your particular situation. Tell your doctor about any other health conditions you might have and about any other medications you take. A number of medications can cause problems when consumed with alcohol. (http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/antidepressants-and-alcohol/AN01653)"