Vomiting from alcohol

introduction

Vomiting after consuming large amounts of alcohol is part of the body's defense function Alcohol poisoning To understand, more precisely, vomiting represents a protective reflex against the body toxin ethanol.

Usually it comes from a blood alcohol level of 2- 2.5 per mille to this apparition. When the individual nausea threshold is exceeded, the alcohol that is still in the stomach is usually vomited. For the person concerned, there is usually a subjective feeling of improvement, but the alcohol has already been absorbed and that Vomiting does not change the blood alcohol level.

In such cases it is important that the Continue to monitor the person after vomiting and, if necessary, bring them into a stable lateral position, since other protective reflexes can already stop at this stage and vomit can get into the lungs. In technical terminology, this is known as aspiration. In the worst case, this can lead to suffocation. In addition, ideally, care should be taken to ensure that the person is adequately hydrated, preferably by drinking water.

Per mille

Vomiting when consuming alcohol is an expression of the onset of alcohol intoxication. In the first stage, the alcohol has a disinhibiting effect and increases talkativeness. At the same time, however, motor failures such as a disturbed equilibrium, a prolonged reaction time or unclear speech occur.

The so-called hypnotic stage begins from a blood alcohol concentration of 2.0 to 2.5 parts per thousand. In this the already existing motor deficits worsen and vomiting now occurs as an expression of the advanced alcohol intoxication. The body triggers vomiting when consuming alcohol as a protective reflex against the harmful ethanol in order not to burden the body any further and to get rid of the toxin.

The effects of alcohol on the body, however, vary from person to person and depend on body stature and weight, genetic predisposition and habituation.

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accompanying symptoms

If vomiting occurs after consuming alcohol, it is from one moderate Alcohol poisoning which is usually associated with a number of other symptoms. In addition to behavioral problems such as Disinhibition or aggressiveness also occur cognitive disorders, such as Speech disorders or a impaired judgment, on. Those affected can usually no longer articulate themselves adequately and have one slurred or slurred speech. Orientation and coordination are also disturbed, which is usually due to a Inability to walk notices. Hallucinations and visual perception disorders may also occur.

What can I do?

If vomiting occurs with alcohol consumption, the general condition of the person concerned must be assessed carefully. There is often a single vomiting and the Stomach contents empty Completely. After that, the person concerned should be on a non-alcoholic drink (Water) change trains and go home.

It is important to recognize when the persons concerned no longer orient themselves adequately in space and time. In this case must ensured be that that Vomit not swallowed will, in the lung device (aspiration) and the person concerned suffocated.

The line between vomiting and having a worse stage of alcohol intoxication unconsciousness and shock are fluent. Especially because of this, the person who has vomited from alcohol should be watched closely. When unconsciousness occurs, the person should go into the stable side position be brought to the Avoid aspiration of the vomit and the Prevent the tongue from falling back and a Emergency doctor to be called.

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How to stop vomiting after alcohol

In the acutely intoxicated state, vomiting is one Protective reflex of the body against the poisonous ethanol Since this is, as I said, a reflex, it can also be hardly suppress and in this situation it makes sense for the body as well.

However, vomiting may persist throughout the next day after consuming too much alcohol. In such cases, anti-vomiting medication, so-called Antiemetics, used to give the body a chance to recover.

Alternatively you can also Peppermint leaves prevent vomiting, for example you can make tea from it and drink it. In the case of acute vomiting, it is important to always open adequate hydration to be careful, as the body loses a lot of volume and electrolytes. Also one light broth can be used the following day help to calm the stomach lining a little and at the same time replenish the electrolyte balance.

Tips against vomiting from alcohol

There are tips against vomiting when consuming alcohol lots. Not all are equally effective for every person. Often the tip is given a hearty, fatty meal before drinking to eat so that the stomach is a little filled and the alcohol is absorbed more slowly.

A similar tip is some cooking oil before consuming alcohol (Safflower oil, sunflower oil, olive oil) to drink so that the oil film the Mucous membranes and thus the absorption of alcohol is slower. A little pause at the fresh air Water can also help control nausea.

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Home remedies for vomiting after alcohol

Warm tea (peppermint, chamomile, or ginger) can help reduce nausea. Lemons are another home remedy: sucking out lemon juice or a lemon wedge should help against nausea.

If the nausea occurs when lying in bed, it is helpful to leave a small light on and put one leg on the floor to suppress the dizziness.

In no case should vomiting be downplayed or ignored. Vomiting when consuming alcohol is a warning sign from the body that it has already consumed too much alcohol. In no case does it make sense to vomit and then continue to consume a lot of alcohol.

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Prevent vomiting

The only really effective way to prevent vomiting while consuming alcohol is to do so Limit consumption of alcoholto drink slowly and stop to drink when you notice a slight effect of the alcohol. None of the tips or home remedies listed are as effective as using alcohol responsibly in preventing alcohol vomiting.

Vomiting blood

Blood in the vomit also occurs after excessive alcohol consumption not normal and should be further clarified. Years of excessive alcohol consumption can cause it to settle in the esophagus Vascular bulges in the form of so-called esophageal varices (also: varicose veins on the esophagus). This can tear in the context of vomiting due to the sharp increase in pressureso that blood can be found in the vomit. This situation is usually an emergency, as active bleeding from such a varicose vein can be life-threatening.

Alternatively this can Blood from the lining of the stomach themselves come from, for example, by a chronic inflammation of the gastric mucosa or one ulcer has already been damaged. In the worst case, the esophagus can spontaneously tear, the so-called Boerhaave syndrome. This clinical picture is rare, but if it does occur it can quickly be fatal due to the high blood loss. In addition to excessive alcohol consumption, eating too much food can also cause these symptoms.

Vomiting of bile

Is the vomit more likely yellowish to greenish and a clear liquid, one speaks of bilious vomiting. However, the term is only used here for the external description, as it is mostly the Stomach contents on an empty stomach and not real bile fluid. Also bile is usually not vomited in the context of excessive alcohol consumption. The reason for so-called bilious vomiting with alcohol is that, as a rule, vomiting takes place several times until the stomach contents have emptied and clear gastric fluid emerges.

This is different, however, in the case of secondary diseases resulting from chronic alcohol consumption. A Cirrhosis of the liver or one chronic inflammation of the pancreas can be accompanied by further complications, which in certain cases can lead to vomiting of the bile.

Vomiting after alcohol and the effectiveness of the pill

The active ingredients in the pill become absorbed by the body after about 4 hours. If vomiting after alcohol occurs within 4 hours after taking the pill, the active ingredients have not been fully absorbed. The situation is like forgetting to take it from the tablet. Therefore should in case of vomiting another pill from a reserve pack within 12 hours be taken.

At prolonged discomfort (Vomiting even the day after drinking alcohol) additional contraceptive measures be applied.
In general, in this case, no matter at what point in the cycle, special care should be taken and, simply to be on the safe side, with an condom be prevented.