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 respiration
Involuntary defecation, drowsiness
Respiratory depression and possible death