Top 10 Common Inhalants
Inhalants are the vapors from toxic substances which are inhaled to reach a quick high. There are hundreds of different products which can be inhaled. Here is a list of 10 Common Inhalants—
- Paint thinner
- Freon
- Gasoline or Ether
- Spray paint
- Lighter fluid
- Nitrous oxide (“laughing gas”)
- Butane
- Computer duster spray
- Glue
- Nail polish and nail polish remover
Did you know?
Many of the most popular inhalants can be found in your home—in your kitchen, bathroom and garage. If you’re a parent, these are items you should keep out of the reach of children and monitor where your teenagers are concerned—
Personal care products: hair spray, nail polish remover, pain relief spray and spray deodorant.
What is Sudden Sniffing Death Syndrome (SSDS)?
Sudden Sniffing Death Syndrome (SSDS) is heart failure due to a spike in adrenaline after using an inhalant. SSDS can occur the first time someone tries an inhalant or anytime thereafter. Due to the easy accessibility to so many household products and the dangerous health risks associated with inhalant abuse, this is an alarming issue among children and teens.
It is important for children and teens to know that inhalants can cause death, even the first time. Educating your kids about the dangers of inhalant abuse is the best way to prevent experimentation.
Popular Inhaling Methods
Users may inhale chemical vapors directly from open containers. This is known as sniffing.
Some breathe the fumes from rags soaked in chemicals. This is known as huffing. Others huff by spraying the substance directly into their nose or mouth or by pouring it onto their clothing to sniff it periodically.
Bagging is when a user inhales fumes from substances inside a paper or plastic bag.
If you or someone you love has a problem with inhalants, we can help. Speak with someone right now—(888) 837-6577.
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