Antidepressants and Alcohol?!

Antidepressants and Alcohol?

My Dr has given me a prescription for zoloft (50mg) for mild depression (post partum depression). I didn't want to take it while pregnant or nursing. Now I am no longer nursing and will be starting the medication today.

I know that alcohol and antidepressants don't mix. But is that only in large quantities or when drinking often?

Is it ok to have an occasional glass of wine (one 4-6 oz glass of wine per week)?

Basically, how much alcohol and how often is considered safe?

Thanks for the advice.

regards,
mari

Really the big problem with alcohol is that it IS a depressant, so the medication can't work effectively. One drink is fine. Two is enough. Three is too many.