I guess if everybody just followed the doctor´s advice of 1-2 drinks
per drinking occasion, the INR would be fine, there would not be any
risk of a GI bleeding.
I think that some people asking about alcohol and coumadine are trying
to find some proof that it would be o.k to drink more or to find some in
the medical field that would o.k it.......but in the end I think it is up to
yourself to decide whether it is worth the risks. As Al said, you never know
when you might have an GI bleeding, only thing is that the risk increases
with age and with excessive(now againwhat is excessive??) drinking.
Here in Sweden, the doctor´s say, "drink in moderation". It´s like saying
"eat in moderation", what might be a big meal for someone, might be an
appertizer for another person! But the professional point of wiew is of
course you should limit it too 1-2 drinks - discussion ends there.
Then for myself, I sometimes drink more, but not binge. I also try to avoid
any hard liquor as I think it tends irritate your stomach more?
I can see an elevated INR after drinking a bit more then the 1-2 glasses
for some days in a row, like on a holiday, but nothing above 4.0 normally
(worst case scenario!).
Cheers!!?
Martin