When inhaled, nitrous oxide causes dizziness, pain relief and a floating sensation. It’s commonly used during oral surgery. When administered by a health professional… See more

Most drugs make people feel high by overwhelming the brain’s pleasure system. But whippits and other inhalants don’t affect the brain’s pleasure system in the same way. I… See more

High doses of whippits can cause life-threatening effects, including seizure, coma and sudden sniffing death syndrome. The latter condition occurs when the heart stops beatin… See more

In addition to the immediate risks of using whippits, repeated use can cause permanent organ damage. The chemicals in inhalants damage the brain and nervous system. Thi… See more