Glue, Gas, Sniff, Whippets, NOS, Nitrous, Laughing Gas
Legal (However shops can refuse to sell to under 18’s)
Varies depending on substance
Depressant
- Can kill instantly.
- Can cause brain damage.
- They are very unpredictable.
- Tolerance does not reduce risk.
- Seek advice immediately if using/ thinking of using.
- Effects of inhalants/solvents don’t last very long and usually have an impact on the lungs.
- Damage can be done to your liver, kidney, lung and throat.
- Using solvents a lot can make the throat swell which is very dangerous as this can cause serious difficulties with your breathing.
- Long term solvent use can cause damage to your nerves which can affect your judgement and can cause dizziness which may lead to accidents.
- Brain damage can also be caused due to not enough oxygen getting to the brain.
- Inhalant/solvent use can kill immediately as the heart can fail. You can also suffocate if using a bag to take it.
- There are no safe ways to use volatile substances.
Death can occur instantly regardless of previous use, tolerance, environment or amount used.
- If you are using, or thinking of using inhalants/solvents you should seek advice immediately.
- Inhalants/solvents should not be mixed with any other substances.
- They should never be used when alone.
- Avoid areas risky areas, such as near water or on bridges.
- They should never be used near a naked flame.
- Aerosols should not be squirted directly into the mouth.
- Exercise after using volatile substances must be avoided as vigorous activity can cause the heart to stop.
- They should never be used in bed/under bedding.
