Did you know .. people that put a nitroglycerin pill under their tongue.. if they put too many under their tongue over period of time.. it can trigger a heart attack instead of prevent it.. I know this is true because it happened to my stepdad..
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Are Poppers Illegal?
You can legally buy or sell nitrites in the U.S., but it's illegal for you to consume them or misuse them as a recreational drug. The FDA does not regulate poppers, but it warns against buying or using these products for fun.
You may get into legal trouble if you knowingly sell or supply poppers to people for recreational use, especially if they're younger than 18 years. The offense depends on which state you live in, but you could go to jail and/or have to pay a fine if you're found guilty of encouraging inhalant use.
Poppers may be sold as:
- Video head cleaner
- Liquid incense or aroma
- Air fresheners or deodorizer
- Leather cleaner
- Makeup
- Solvents or cleaning products
- Nail polish removers
Poppers Side Effects
These effects create a "rush" feeling that can also make you dizzy or lightheaded. You may feel like you're very drunk. The high lasts only a few seconds or minutes.
Because poppers also relax the muscles in your vagina and anus, some people use them during sex.
The "high" symptoms of poppers may include:
- Feelings of happiness
- Increased sex drive
- Visual changes
- Lower inhibitions
- Impaired judgment
In addition to a high, the drug can cause side effects such as:
- Fast pulse
- Flushing of your face and neck
- Headache
- Nausea or vomiting
- Restlessness
- Eye problems like light sensitivity and blind spots
You could notice a skin rash, unusual sleepiness, or weakness. These symptoms aren't usually dangerous, but see your doctor as soon as possible if you get any of them after using poppers.
If you get the liquid from poppers on your skin, it can cause a chemical irritation or burn you. If this happens, use a soothing cream or vitamin B12 liquid to relieve pain.
How long do poppers last?
Poppers are short-lived and typically last only a few minutes. But how long they'll affect you may depend on several things, including your body size, exactly what's in the drug, and whether you've used poppers before.
Long-term effects
Most people who use poppers regularly don't have permanent or severe health problems. But it's possible to experience unwanted or harmful side effects if you inhale nitrites a lot. Some symptoms are mild, while others are more serious.
Frequent use of poppers may cause:
- A rash around your eyes, mouth, or nose
- Burns or other skin irritation
- Loss of vision from contact with the vapors (maculopathy)
- Bronchitis
- Brain damage
- Weakened immune system
- Increased risk of certain kinds of cancer
In some people, poppers can cause a life-threatening blood disorder. It's called methemoglobinemia, and it makes it harder for your red blood cells to carry oxygen throughout your body.
Are Poppers Dangerous?
The FDA doesn't regulate poppers for recreational use, so you can never be sure what's in them. It's best to use nitrite drugs only when and as your doctor prescribes them.
If you use nitrite drugs outside of their intended medical use, be aware of these risks:
- Never swallow or eat the liquid. This can be fatal. It could also lead to blindness, brain damage, and organ failure. If you do ingest the liquid, call 911 or Poison Control right away.
- Long-term use can harm your nose and lungs. Studies also show that the drug lowers your immune system health after several days of use.
- Because poppers are highly flammable, keep them away from candles, cigarettes, and lighters.
- Poppers open your blood vessels. This makes it easier to get an infection (including sexually transmitted diseases such as HIV).
- If you have a suppressed immune system, heart problems, low or high blood pressure, a history of cerebral hemorrhaging, or anemia, poppers could lead to further health issues.
- People who are pregnant should not use poppers.
- Using poppers with other illicit drugs like cocaine could heighten the drug's risks.
- Poppers affect your judgment, so you're more likely to do unsafe things while you're on them.
Sometimes, inhaling the fumes can cause your heart to stop beating. This is called sudden sniffing death syndrome, and it can happen the first time you use poppers.
Medication interactions
Don't mix poppers with other drugs, including recreational drugs, prescription medication, or the kind you can buy over-the-counter. Polydrug use, or using more than one drug or type of drug at once, can be dangerous and hard to predict.
In particular, never use poppers with:
- Erectile dysfunction medication: This includes drugs like sildenafil (Revatio, Viagra), tadalafil (Adcirca, Cialis), or vardenafil (Levitra, Staxyn). This combination could cause your blood pressure to fall too fast and lead to stroke, heart attack, or death.
- Stimulants: Drugs that boost your heart rate, including cocaine or other amphetamine-like stimulants, can make your heart work so hard that it stops. This is called cardiac arrest, and it can be fatal.
When to Get Emergency Help
Inhaling nitrites can lead to low oxygen levels in your body and irregular heart rhythms. If you or someone you're with is having bad effects from poppers or prescription amyl nitrite, call 911 or Poison Control (1-800-222-1222) right away.
It's possible to overdose on nitrites. Signs of an overdose for this drug include:
- Extreme dizziness or fainting
- A bluish color on your lips, fingernails, or palms of your hands
- A feeling of extreme pressure in your head
- Abnormal weakness or fatigue
- Shortness of breath
- A weak and fast heartbeat
Other emergency symptoms of using poppers or nitrite drugs include:
- Choking
- Seizure
- Trouble breathing
- Chest pain
- Loss of consciousness
Always call for emergency help if you think you or a friend are in danger. Doctors and paramedics work to keep you safe. It's not their job to turn you into the police or talk to other authorities about your drug use.
Harm Reduction Strategies
There isn't a surefire way to use poppers safely. But if you want to lessen the chances of getting harmful effects from them, take the following steps:
- Alternate between nostrils each time you sniff.
- Stop using poppers if you get a headache (usually after two to four sniffs).
- Never drink the liquid.
- Poppers can catch fire. Keep them away from cigarettes, candles, or flames.
- Don't mix them with other drugs (like Viagra or other erectile dysfunction drugs) that affect your heart or blood pressure.
- Store poppers in a tightly sealed bottle in the fridge to avoid spills and evaporation.
- Let the fumes float toward your nose to avoid burning your skin.
If you plan to use poppers for fun or during sex, talk about consent while you're sober. Make sure you discuss using condoms or other safer sex practices.
Poppers Tolerance
You won't become dependent on amyl nitrite or similar substances the more you use them, and you won't have any physical withdrawal symptoms when you stop using these drugs. But the effects of poppers don't last very long, so some people start using them more often to extend the high.
Poppers Addiction
Poppers aren't physically addictive. But if you use them repeatedly, you may feel the need to increase your dose to have the same effect or to perform sexually.
Doctors are seeing more hospitalizations and deaths from people using them for recreational use. If you think you or a loved one may have a problem with inhalant use, contact the National Inhalant Prevention Coalition at 800-269-4237.
What to Use Instead of Poppers
There are drug-free ways to relax or improve your sex life. If you're looking for legal and safer alternatives to poppers, why not try the following:
- Deep-breathing or other relaxation techniques
- Progressive muscle relaxation
- Mindfulness meditation
- Aromatherapy
- Lubrication with sex
- More foreplay
- Communication before, during, and after sex
Fear around intimacy can activate your "fight or flight" response and make your mind and muscles more tense, so be honest if it makes you nervous or you have pain with sex. And be specific about your needs. You should feel safe and comfortable with your partner.
Takeaways
People inhale poppers to feel a euphoric high or to relax during sex. But poppers can also have unwanted side effects, interact badly with other drugs or medications, and cause dangerous changes in blood pressure and heart rate. But if you choose to use poppers, know the symptoms to watch for in case you or a friend need medical attention when you use the drug. Always discuss safer sex practices with your partner before you use poppers.
And one last note.. I know a guy that got a buddy of mine to use poppers ..
my buddy said no to anal sex because his penis was too big and he wasn’t going to let him fuck him.. one night while making out and sucking each other.. the guy talked him into using poppers several times until he was so “zoned out” to say yes or no.. .. few hours later when the poppers wore off his ass was sore and his buddy laying in bed next to him..
He turned him in to the cops and according the law back then.. if voluntarily took them or any drug that the person agreed to it ..- and its affects..
Which means he didn’t know isn’t an excuse .. so he took law in his own hands and then got put in prison for 5 years
