Inhalants are invisible, volatile substances found in common household products that produce chemical vapors when inhaled can induce mind altering effects. Glue, lighter fluid, cleaning fluids, and paint all produce chemical vapors that can be inhaled.
The common household products that are misused as inhalants are legally available for their intended and legitimate uses. Many state legislatures have attempted to deter youth who buy legal products to get high by placing restrictions on the sale of these products to minors. Even though some substances are not currently controlled by the Controlled Substances Act, they pose risks to individuals who abuse them. The following section describes these drugs and their associated risks.
Inhalants have the potential to cause Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS) as they pose risks to you and your unborn baby. NAS is described as a group of symptoms an infant may experience when withdrawing from in-utero exposure to substances. If you are pregnant or could become pregnant, consult your physician for recommendations to decrease the risk of NAS.
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