Can over the counter sleeping pills kill you if you drink alcohol after having taken them?

Question

I know it can be fatal with Ambien or Lunesta, but the label on tylenol pm just said to avoid it, doesnt say to completely not have it...

Answer 1

you shouldnt take any medication with alcohol... period

Answer 2

It's not a good idea, but its probably not that big of a deal especially if your body has a tollerance to the sleep medication.  Don't take more than what is prescribed on the bottle and try and limit the alcohol intake and I wouldn't worry too much.

Answer 3

For Tylenol PM, the "sleeping" ingredient is the same active ingredient as in Benadryl. One or two drinks will not kill you, at least immediately. The reason Tylenol PM recommends against alcohol is probably more because of the Tylenol part of it. The active ingredient in Tylenol is acetaminophen, which has come under increased scrutiny for liver toxicity which alcohol can make even worse. If you are not suffering aches and pains, you are better off taking another OTC sleep aid or just generic Benadryl rather than taking unneeded painkillers.

Answer 4

It can depending on how much you drink but seriously, you should avoid it