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    Alcohol

    Aliases: etoh, beer, ethanol, booze, hooch

    Categories

    depressant habit-forming common
    alcohol structure

    Summary

    Alcohol is a CNS depressant that acts through the GABAₐ receptor, and is one of the most common strong psychoactives used by humans. It has a long history of use and its intoxicating effects are well-studied and documented. It remains legal in most parts of the world.

    ⚠️ Alcohol consumption should be spread out over a few hours and ideally separated by water breaks. Check the label on alcohol for unit content

    Dose Information

    Onset, Duration & After-effects

    • Onset:
      • 15-30 minutes
    • Duration:
      • 1.5-3 hours
    • After-effects:
      • 6-48 hours

    Effects

    • relaxation
    • mood lift
    • happiness
    • sociability
    • lowered inhibitions
    • analgesia
    • slurred speech
    • flushed skin
    • drowsiness
    • tolerance
    • euphoria
    • amnesia

    Helpful Links

    💊 Pill Identifier 📘 Experience Reports (Erowid)

    Known Combinations

    These combinations are considered extremely harmful and should always be avoided.

    benzodiazepines
    dextromethorphan
    ghb/gbl
    ketamine
    mxe
    opioids
    tramadol

    Studies & References

    • Alcohol and benzodiazepines in fatal poisonings.
    • Drinking while pregnant creates and strengthens many risks associated with childbirth. It will also increase the chances of premature labour, which can be incredibly dangerous for both the baby and mother. -