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Alcohol
Also known as: etoh, beer, ethanol, booze, hooch
depressanthabit-formingcommon
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.
Dosage
Oral
| Common | 2-4units |
| Heavy | 5-6units |
| Light | 1-2units |
Dosages vary by individual. Always start low and go slow.
Effects
relaxationmood lifthappinesssociabilitylowered inhibitionsanalgesiaslurred speechflushed skindrowsinesstoleranceeuphoriaamnesia