What are the best methods to relieve alcohol intoxication?
May 23, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhou Chao
Introduction
Alcohol intoxication can be treated through general management and medication. Intoxication generally refers to the impairment of bodily functions, particularly affecting the nervous system and liver, following excessive alcohol consumption. For patients with mild intoxication, increasing fluid intake appropriately can help promote the metabolism of alcohol in the body, thereby alleviating symptoms of intoxication.
Alcohol intoxication can be effectively managed through general treatments and medication. The specific analysis is as follows:
1. General Treatment
Alcohol intoxication generally refers to functional abnormalities caused by excessive alcohol intake affecting the nervous system and liver. For patients with mild intoxication, increasing fluid intake appropriately can promote the metabolism of alcohol in the body, thereby helping to alleviate symptoms of drunkenness.
2. Medication
If a patient experiences symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea, or abdominal pain after intoxication, medications such as omeprazole enteric-coated capsules, bismuth citrate capsules, or naloxone hydrochloride injection may be used under medical guidance. These drugs help protect the gastrointestinal mucosa and reduce irritation caused by alcohol, thus achieving an alcohol-detoxifying effect.
It is recommended to drink alcohol in moderation in daily life to avoid long-term drinking, which could lead to alcohol dependence, increased bodily burden, and adverse health consequences. When experiencing alcohol intoxication, one should maintain a light diet and avoid spicy, raw, cold, or otherwise irritating foods.
