Short-term Effects of Inhalants

Sniffing or huffing inhalants can kill on the very first use or any use! Inhalants cause massive health damage in both the short- and long-term.

The physical damage inhalants cause in the short term includes:

• Drowsiness
• Lack of energy
• Risk-taking behavior
• Lightheadedness
• Agitation
• Belligerence (hostility)
• Lack of concern about surroundings or life
• Poor judgment
• Inability to function in school, work, or social situations
• Slurred speech
• Poor reflexes
• Muscle weakness
• Headache
• Poor coordination
• Loss of sensations
• Confusion and delirium
• Nausea and vomiting
• Unconsciousness
• Sudden death