SaferMix by SONAR BERLIN provides brief information about the dangers and risks of combining recreational drugs.
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Interactions between substances are often difficult to predict reliably. Individual factors (e.g., pre-existing conditions, medications, dosage, purity/contaminants, method of consumption) can significantly alter risks and interactions. Combining drugs is therefore generally not recommended, as it usually increases the risks of substance use.
Although considerable effort has been made to avoid errors or misleading information, with the very large number of possible combinations, some content may not be completely correct or up-to-date. Where no scientific sources are cited, information may be based solely on users' experiences. SaferMix should not be used as your sole source of information, but is intended as a supplementary quick reference that makes no claim to completeness.
In acute emergencies, emergency services should be contacted at 112 for immediate on-site medical assistance and/or the responsible poison control center for telemedical advice regarding substance interactions.
Alcohol×Benzodiazepines
⚡︎ Synergistic
Effects amplify or substances synergize with each other. If each substance is not dosed significantly lower than when used individually, overdose with undesirable effects may occur.
☠️︎ Life Threatening
This combination is very dangerous and unsafe; it may cause significant harm, including physical damage, can trigger unpredictable reactions, and can be fatal!
Ethanol ingestion may potentiate the CNS effects of many benzodiazepines. The two substances potentiate each other strongly and unpredictably, very rapidly leading to unconsciousness. Blacking out and memory loss is almost certain. If the person loses consciousness, it is strongly recommended to call emergency services (112), as there is a serious risk of inhaling vomit and choking on it. Also, place the person in the recovery position, monitor breathing, and provide further first aid if necessary.
