1. What is the ETOH Calculator?

The ETOH Calculator estimates blood alcohol content and clearance time based on alcohol consumption, body weight, and time since consumption. It helps understand alcohol's effects on the body.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses alcohol metabolism principles to estimate:

Where:

• Dose — Amount of alcohol consumed in grams
• Weight — Body weight in kilograms
• Time — Hours since consumption began

Explanation: The calculation accounts for alcohol absorption and metabolism rates which vary by individual factors.

3. Importance of Alcohol Effect Estimation

Details: Understanding alcohol's effects helps prevent alcohol-related harm, plan safe consumption, and estimate when sobriety will be achieved.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter alcohol dose in grams, body weight in kg, and time in hours. All values must be valid (dose > 0, weight > 0, time ≥ 0).

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: How accurate is this calculator?
A: It provides estimates only. Actual BAC depends on many factors including metabolism, food intake, and individual tolerance.

Q2: What is the average alcohol metabolism rate?
A: Typically 0.015% BAC per hour, but ranges from 0.01-0.025% depending on individual factors.

Q3: How do I convert drinks to grams?
A: Standard drink contains ~14g alcohol (12oz beer, 5oz wine, 1.5oz spirits). Check drink labels for exact amounts.

Q4: Are there limitations to this calculator?
A: Doesn't account for gender, age, medications, liver health, or drinking pattern (binge vs. spaced).

Q5: What BAC is considered legally impaired?
A: In most places, 0.08% for driving, but impairment begins at lower levels. Never drive after drinking.