Poppers (alkyl nitrites)

Name It

Poppers is a term used for the group of chemicals know as alkyl nitrites.
Alkyl nitrites include: amyl nitrite, butyl nitrite and isobutyl nitrite.
Trade names include: Ram, Thrust, Rock Hard, Kix, TNT, Liquid Gold.

Know It

Poppers come as a clear or straw- coloured liquid in a small bottle or tube.
The vapour is breathed in through the mouth or nose.
Over recent years, use of poppers has become more common in dance culture.
Amyl nitrite is a prescription-only medication. Possession is not illegal but supply can be an offence.

The Effects

Users get a very brief intense “head rush). This is caused by a sudden surge of blood through the heart and brain.
Blood vessels dilate (enlarge) resulting in a flushed face and neck.
Some users say they experience the impression of time slowing down.
The effects fade 2 to 5 minutes after use.

The Risks

Can make some people feel faint and sick, especially when taken while dancing.
Users often experience a headache afterwards.
Regular use causes skin problems around the mouth and nose.
Talking alkyl nitrites is very dangerous fro people with anaemia, glaucoma, and breathing or heart problems.
If spilled, poppers can burn skin.
Poppers MAY BE FATAL IF SWALLOWED