Poppers
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Also known as: Liquid gold, high-tech, rave, rush, ram, thrust, locker room, snappers, hardware, rock hard, kix, TNT.Background:
Poppers is the common term for alkyl nitrates. They come as a clear or straw-coloured liquid in a small bottle or tube. The vapour is inhaled through the mouth or nose. They used to come in glass capsules which made a popping noise when opened - hence the name.
Amyl nitrate is stronger than butyl nitrate. In the UK, butyl is used more than amyl. They were initially prescribed as medication for the heart. Today, they are rarely prescribed for this purpose.
The effects:
- A surge of blood to the heart and brain means that effects are brief but intense;
- Users may experience light-headedness, giddiness, heat flush, heightened awareness or the impression of time slowing down;
- Users are often left with a headache.
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