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Binge drinking

Binge drinking is defined as drinking the amount needed to raise blood alcohol concentration high enough to be considered intoxicated.

A person is said to binge drink if:

  • A man drinks 4 or more drinks on a single occasion.
  • A women drinks 3 or more drinks on a single occasion.

Binge drinking increases the risk of alcohol-related problems, including accidents and injuries.

By Healthwise Staff
Primary Medical Reviewer E. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine
Specialist Medical Reviewer Richard D. Zorowitz, MD - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Last Revised May 24, 2010

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Last Updated: May 24, 2010
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