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To reduce the effect of alcohol before driving or riding you should

Drink black coffee
Have a glass of water
Wait. The time depends on how much you have drunk
Explanation: It takes most people 1 to 2 hours to process one standard drink. That means after 3 standard drinks you should wait at least 3 hours before driving. After you stop drinking, the alcohol levels in your system can continue to rise for up to 3 hours. Nothing can speed up the absorption of alcohol by your body.
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