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Slowly, with no fixed duration valid for everyone and every amount.
Slowly, mainly through liver metabolism. The time needed depends on the amount consumed and personal circumstances; no number of hours guarantees elimination for everyone. Food may delay absorption but does not eliminate alcohol already absorbed. Do not confuse factors affecting blood alcohol concentration with methods for accelerating elimination. Feeling alert, drinking coffee or showering does not guarantee safe driving.
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Slowly, with no fixed duration valid for everyone and every amount.
Within a few minutes, regardless of the amount consumed.
Immediately after drinking coffee.
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