What Are The Other Factors That Can Influence Breathalyzer Test Result?

Posted on Sat, 26 Sep 2015

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Sat, 26 Sep 2015 Answered on

Fri, 16 Oct 2015 Last reviewed on

Question : What items (besides alcohol) can cause a 'violation' reading on a Smart Start in vehicle breathalyzer (beside mouthwash) ?

Answered by Dr. T Shobha Deepak (-5 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Certain cough syrup contain alcohol

Detailed Answer:
Hi
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Dear Sir,

Certain commonly used substances like cough syrup, paint removers, mouthwash contain alcohol in small quantity, but the quantity is not sufficient to cause a reading above permissible level in breath analyser.

Do get back to me if you need any further assistance, will be glad to assist you

Take Care

Best Regards
Dr Shobha Deepak

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar