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Definition of Alcohol poisoning
Medically reviewed by Dr. Otari Nergadze, Neurosurgeon | Updated: January 2026
Alcohol poisoning: A condition in which a toxic amount of alcohol has been consumed, usually in a short period of time. The affected individual may become extremely disoriented, unresponsive, or unconscious, with shallow breathing. Because alcohol poisoning can be deadly, emergency treatment is necessary.
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