Birthday

[Sleaford63]

It's my 60th birthday soon and just wondering if I am allowed a small drink of alcohol with all the medication I am on following small heart attack two months ago? Thank you

[Deejay62]

Happy birthday 🥳 soon, my birthday is coming up soon also, but I don’t drink. I’ve never liked it, but I can’t see why you can’t have a small one. I have dilated cardiomyopathy and heart failure the last time I had a sip of champagne at a wedding I felt dizzy, I think it’s my meds plus I don’t drink, it might be different with you. Maybe someone else is better placed to advise you.

[Sleaford63 in reply to Deejay62]

Thank you and happy birthday to you too. I am not a real big drinker either but thought a very small glass might do but it's ok if not allowed 😊

[Deejay62 in reply to Sleaford63]

I’m sure there’s no problem having a cheeky one. 😌 you seem dejected, one won’t hurt. I went online and it said you can drink 1 month after a heart attack.

[Sleaford63 in reply to Deejay62]

Thank you. I do feel low since my heart attack but having counselling to help.

[Hrty]

I was told I could drink, within accepted guidelines, following my HA back in November. Funny thing is since then I've not actually fancied one. I stick to zero alcohol beer nowadays.

[Sleaford63 in reply to Hrty]

Thank you

[Hidden]

Hello

I was 60 at Christmas but I do not drink at all so it never bothered me

I would check what it says on the packets of meds it usually says if you cannot drink alcohol with them if so then I would not

If they do not say that then a small one will not harm you everything in moderation

Have a wonderful 60th Birthday x

[Sleaford63 in reply to Hidden]

Thank you

[Hidden in reply to Sleaford63]

🎉 🎂 x

[Hidden]

Dear You

I was told that I could drink in moderation, but to be honest with you the times I did made me feel a little odd so Ive stuck with Zero alcohol beer which I must say has come a long way since it was first invented.

The main part is have a great birthday I have one coming up as well, so April babies were popular.

Glad to hear that you sort help in the way of counselling, I really hope that it works for you.

Please remember we are here for you as well if you ever need to talk.

Take care

[Sleaford63 in reply to Hidden]

Thank you

[Sljp0000]

A little bit of everything or so they say. Enjoy yourself, have a bit and if it doesn't affect you have another few gulps! And they say red wine is good for the heart! Happy birthday!

[Sleaford63 in reply to Sljp0000]

Thank you

[Heather1957]

As long as your medication doesn't say not to mix then I see no reason why not. Moderation is the magic word.

[Sleaford63 in reply to Heather1957]

Thank you

[Wightbaby]

I tried a low alcohol wine last Christmas, as fed up with feeling left out while others enjoyed a glass of wine. I only had a couple of small mouthfuls and it made me feel really weird.......not a nice feeling...it was quite scarey.....like some thing ad was about to happen.

(I have permanent AF though)

[irishwife93]

It depends on which medications you are on - I would ask the GP. Your heart attack was very recent so the heart is probably still recovering. Non alcoholic options are a great idea. They’ve come a long way. I gave up alcohol for lent and I haven’t missed it - Seedlip spice with tonic and a wedge of lime is refreshing and feels like the real thing!

[Sleaford63 in reply to irishwife93]

Thank you

[Digger0]

Perhaps try zero % beer? My husband tried some as he was the driver and said it's actually very nice! Happy Birthday

[Sleaford63 in reply to Digger0]

Thsnk you

[Prada47]

Happy 60th. It's up to you

I drink around 8 X 500ml cans a week 4 at a time 6 if I am feeling good.

I only drink beer, very rarely spirits. I am 76 this year and I am not going to change now. I enjoy a beer so why not have some enjoyment in the rest of your life. But it is your call, me I more or less eat and drink what I want and enjoy my life, we are only here once this is not a dress rehearsal for next time.

One caveat maximum ABV 5.0 % normally 4.2 if I am having a Tribute lol

Regards

[Sleaford63 in reply to Prada47]

Thank you

[wischo]

Yes I like a few beers at the weekend, 3 or 4 of those small bottles or 2 500ml tins of Guinness on Friday and Saturday night. Not drinking for the last few weeks as trying to sort my acid reflux out after change of PPI. I am 72 and for me it does not seem to cause any interactions with the meds but I know it can so its a personal decision. Happy birthday.

[Sleaford63 in reply to wischo]

Thank you

[Jack2019]

Yes, enjoy yourself. I would only say drink it slowly so you can monitor your self in that you don't get tipsy.

[Sleaford63 in reply to Jack2019]

Thanks

[mathematics]

Ditto my husband who rattles with meds is 60 next week. He does not usually drink at all but as Paul the apostle said "take a little wine for thy stomachs sake". I am sure that a little tipple won't matter too much. All the best

[Sleaford63 in reply to mathematics]

Thank you and happy birthday to your husband 😊

[Pollyanna23]

I take several heart medications for heart failure and my heart failure nurse said it was ok to have a glass of wine a night. I’m sure you can have one drink after all it is your 🥳60th. Hope you have a great day.

[Sleaford63 in reply to Pollyanna23]

Thank you for your kind wishes

[Silvertail]

Hi Sleaford, I’m not presuming to advise you on this matter, but giving my own experience. When I’ve let my cardiologist/doctors know that I have a glass of wine a few days in the week, and a G & T occasionally, they have never advised me not to. I don’t know what medication you’re on, but I’m on maximum HF meds. It doesn’t affect me adversely, but you have to be guided by your doctors. I wish you a wonderful time on your special day. Happy Birthday. 🎂🍨 PS. I’m heaps older than you. 😊

[Sleaford63 in reply to Silvertail]

Thank you so much and for the birthday wishes 😊

[Beta70]

When I read about all the evils of drink, I gave up reading! Seriously though, as your heart attack was only two months ago and you sound as though you are well enough to be celebrating your 60th birthday, I really would not risk upsetting your recovery in any way. Sorry to be a boring old heart, but best wishes for a lovely birthday.

[Sleaford63 in reply to Beta70]

Thank you and I am beginning to think a soft drink is the best option

[Miocardial_1]

Have a lovely birthday and do have a drink and a piece of cake. I had a HA 3 months ago and was advised not to drink. I have tried non alcoholic wines/gins and beers. Some are nice and some are an acquired taste!

I was told that in time I can drink in moderation but it was better not to drink whilst I was on all these new meds so I would know what the side effects were if any. (I’m in my early 40’s).

I hope to have a proper drink at 6 months. Then I’ve given the heart some time to recover and the meds to work.

Have a great Birthday

[Sleaford63 in reply to Miocardial_1]

Thank you 😊