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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.
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