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Poppers

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Substance

Poppers consist of amyl nitrite, isopropyl nitrite, or mixtures thereof. Poppers are a highly corrosive liquid available in small bottles for sniffing.

group

Sedatives initially tend to be energizing, with after-effects that tend to be depressant.

Forms of appearance

fluid

Consumption patterns

inhaled

Effect

Short "kick", increased pleasure, muscle relaxation (often used in anal sex or fisting), insensitivity to pain, vasodilation, drop in blood pressure, increased heart rate, sensation of heat, euphoria, intensification of orgasm.

Be careful when mixing substances!

  • GHB / GBL

  • cocaine

  • Methamphetamine

  • Amphetamine (Speed)

  • erectile dysfunction medication

Substance groups

Onset of action

immediately

Duration of effect

1–2 min.

Aftereffects

a few minutes

Risks and side effects

Headaches, dizziness, circulatory collapse due to a sharp drop in blood pressure.

Caution regarding blood pressure : Blood pressure-lowering medications, including potency drugs like Viagra, intensify the effect and can lead to a life-threatening drop in blood pressure.

Long-term risks

Regular consumption can lead to permanent impairment of attention and memory performance, as well as reduced reaction time; cardiac arrhythmias, liver and kidney dysfunction, nerve and brain damage.

Safer Use

  • Corrosive liquid: If poppers get into the eyes or onto mucous membranes (burn-like lesions on the nose and upper lip), rinse immediately with plenty of water (seek medical help if contact occurs in the eye).

  • Never swallow – burns and fatal overdoses will result. Inexperienced users may misunderstand and drink the poppers bottle as a shot.

  • Do not use poppers alone, so that you can get help in case of a severe drop in blood pressure or circulatory collapse. Don't take more immediately and give yourself a break.

  • People with respiratory diseases, cardiovascular diseases, epileptics and pregnant women should not consume poppers.

  • Regular use can lead to inflammatory irritation of the nasal mucosa. Nasal rinses and soothing sprays (never use sprays containing xylometazoline!) or greasy ointments can help.

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