Medical and Legal Disclaimer

Last updated: June 17, 2025

1. Educational Purpose Only

BAC Calculator and all associated tools are provided strictly for educational and informational purposes. They are designed to:

• Increase awareness about blood alcohol content
• Provide general education about alcohol metabolism
• Promote responsible drinking practices
• Illustrate the effects of various factors on BAC

2. Not Medical Advice

The information and calculations provided do NOT constitute medical advice. Our calculators:

• Cannot replace professional medical consultation
• Do not diagnose alcohol-related conditions
• Should not be used for medical decision-making
• Cannot account for individual medical conditions
• Do not provide treatment recommendations

3. Not Legal Advice

BAC Calculator does not provide legal advice regarding:

• DUI/DWI laws and regulations
• Legal blood alcohol limits
• Legal consequences of alcohol consumption
• Court proceedings or legal defenses
• Compliance with local alcohol laws

4. Calculation Limitations

Our BAC calculations are estimates based on general formulas and cannot account for:

• Individual Metabolism: Alcohol processing varies significantly between individuals
• Medical Conditions: Liver function, medications, and health conditions affect BAC
• Food Interactions: Type, timing, and amount of food consumption
• Genetic Factors: Enzyme variations affect alcohol metabolism
• Environmental Factors: Temperature, altitude, and other conditions
• Alcohol Quality: Different types and concentrations of alcohol

5. Individual Variation

Alcohol affects every person differently based on:

• Age, gender, and body composition
• Drinking experience and tolerance
• Medications and supplements
• Sleep deprivation and fatigue
• Emotional and mental state
• Recent illness or health changes

6. Impairment vs. BAC

Important facts about alcohol impairment:

• Impairment can occur at any BAC level above 0.00%
• Legal limits do not indicate safety to drive
• Reaction time and judgment are affected before reaching legal limits
• Some individuals may be impaired below legal BAC limits
• Fatigue and other factors can increase impairment

7. When to Seek Professional Help

Consult healthcare professionals if you experience:

• Concerns about alcohol consumption patterns
• Difficulty controlling alcohol intake
• Alcohol-related health problems
• Questions about alcohol and medications
• Need for alcohol addiction treatment

8. Emergency Situations

Seek immediate medical attention for signs of alcohol poisoning:

• Confusion, vomiting, or seizures
• Slow or irregular breathing
• Blue-tinged skin or lips
• Unconsciousness or inability to wake
• Hypothermia (low body temperature)

Emergency Number: Call 911 (US) or your local emergency number immediately.

9. Legal Compliance

Users are responsible for:

• Knowing and following local alcohol laws
• Understanding legal BAC limits in their jurisdiction
• Making responsible decisions about alcohol consumption
• Arranging safe transportation when drinking
• Complying with workplace alcohol policies

10. Technology Limitations

Our calculators have inherent limitations:

• Based on average population data, not individual physiology
• Cannot account for all variables affecting BAC
• May contain calculation errors or software bugs
• Dependent on accurate user input
• Not validated for all populations or conditions

11. Recommended Practices

For responsible alcohol consumption:

• Plan safe transportation before drinking
• Eat food before and during alcohol consumption
• Drink water between alcoholic beverages
• Know your limits and respect them
• Never pressure others to drink
• Avoid drinking when taking medications

12. Contact Information

For questions about this disclaimer:

Email: legal@baccalculator.xyz

Website: baccalculator.xyz