Alcohol Effects in Nonalcoholic Adults
| Blood Ethanol (Alcohol) Concentration (mg/dL) | Impairment |
| 20-50 | Impaired fine motor function |
| 50-10 | Impaired judgment and coordination |
| 100-150 | Difficulty walking and balance |
| 150-200 | Lethargy |
| 300 | Coma |
| 400 | Respiratory depression |
| 500 | Potential Death |
Medically Reviewed by Melissa Conrad Stöppler, MD
These are estimates. The doctor may modify depending on the individual.
Reference: Birnbaumer, Bessen. Alcohols and Glycols. In: Rosen et al, eds. Emergency Medicine - Concepts and Clinical Practice, 3rd ed. St. Louis: Mosby; 1990:2520.
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