Alcohol poisoning
Overview
Symptoms of alcohol poisoning include confusion, slurring words, being unable to coordinate movement, being sick and loss of consciousness.
Things you can do to help someone who may have alcohol poisoning include giving them water, keeping them warm and not letting them drink more alcohol.
Alcohol poisoning can cause serious complications. You'll need to be monitored in hospital and may need treatment, including being given fluids.
Page last reviewed: 11/01/2023
Next review due: 11/01/2026