Inhalants
Relevant information on Inhalants, also known as Glue-Sniffing, Solvent Abuse, Solvent Inhalation, Solvent Sniffing.

Also known as
Glue-Sniffing, Solvent Abuse, Solvent Inhalation, Solvent Sniffing
Description
Some substances, such as glue and paint thinner, give off vapours and fumes. The sniffing of such vapours or fumes is known as inhalant abuse.
Inhalant abuse affects the growth and development of muscles, nerves and organs.
If you are an inhalant abuser, normal activities like running and shouting can cause death by heart failure. An inhalant abuser may die from suffocation anytime. This is known as Sudden Sniffing Death. It can happen on the very first time or any other time the abuser sniffs glue.
Effects and dangers
Permanent damage to brain, liver and kidneys
Prone to bleeding and bruises
Memory loss
Difficulty in learning and seeing things clearly
Loss of control of body
Cramps, pains and bad cough
Withdrawal symptoms
Anxiety, depression and irritability
Aggressive behaviour
Dizziness, shaking and nausea
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Penalties
Selling or offering to sell an intoxicating substance when it is suspected that the substance is for the purpose of intoxication:
Up to 2 years of imprisonment with a maximum fine of $5,000
