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  • General Effect

    Alcohol is a DOWNER that reduces activity in the central nervous system.

  • Eyes

    The eyes may appear somewhat "glossy" and pupils may be slow to respond to stimulus. At high doses pupils may become constricted.

  • Vital Signs

    At intoxicating doses, alcohol can decrease heart rate, lower blood pressure and respiration rate, and result in decreased reflex responses and slower reaction times.

  • Skin

    Skin may be cool to the touch (but the user may feel warm), profuse sweating may accompany alcohol use.

  • Observation

    The alcohol intoxicated person exhibits loose muscle tone, loss of fine motor coordination, odor of alcohol on the breath, and a staggering "drunken" gait.

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