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Alcohol



DRUG

DEPENDENCE
Physical/Psychological

HOW USED

DURATION
(hours)

Ethyl Alcohol

Possible/Possible

Oral

1-4

Ethanol

Possible/Possible

Oral

1-4

What is Alcohol?
 
Liquid distilled product of fermented fruits, grains, and vegetables.  Used as solvent, antiseptic and sedative. Moderate potential for abuse.

Possible Effects:
 
Intoxication, Sensory alteration, Anxiety reduction.

Symptoms of Overdose:
 
Staggering, Odor of alcohol on breath, Loss of coordination, Slurred speech, Dilated pupils, Fetal alcohol syndrome (in babies), Nerve and Liver damage.

Withdrawal Syndrome:
 
Sweating, Tremors, Altered perception, Psychosis, Fear, Auditory hallucinations.

Indications of Possible Misuse:
 
Confusion, Disorientation, Loss of motor nerve control, Convulsions, Shock, Shallow respirations, Involuntary defecation, Drowsiness, Respiratory depression and Possible death.