Ethanol adverse effects

Ethanol synergizes with many other sedative agents and can produce severe CNS depression when used in conjunction with benzodiazepines, antihistamines, or barbiturates. Chronic consumption can lead to severe liver disease, gastritis, and nutritional deficiencies. Cardiomyopathy is also a consequence of heavy drinking. The treatment of choice for alcohol withdrawal is the benzodiazepines. Carbamazepine is effective in treating convulsive episodes during withdrawal