does a glass of whisky affect medication
1 Many medications can cause problems when taken with alcohol â including anti-anxiety medications, sleep medications and prescription pain medications. 2  Side effects may worsen if you drink alcohol and take one of these drugs along with an antidepressant.f you mix antidepressants and alcohol: 1  You may feel more depressed or anxious. 2  Side effects may be worse if you also take another medication. 3  You may be at risk of a dangerous reaction if you take MAOIs. 4  Your thinking and alertness may be impaired. 5  You may become sedated or feel drowsy.