A gas, usually supplied in small cylinders, or sparklet style bulbs. Used by doctors/dentists as an anaesthetic.

METHOD OF USE

Breathed or inhaled, often using a balloon.

THE LAW

CLASS:  Unclassified
 
Possession:
Not illegal
 
Supply:
It is an offence under the Medicines act to supply it for inhalation.

EFFECTS/SIGNS OF USE

• Giggling
• Euphoria, exhilaration
• Sound distortion
• Dream-like state
• Hallucinations

DANGERS/RISKS

• Nausea
• Headaches
• Reduced vitamin B12 levels with regular use
• Numbness in extremities with heavy regular use
• Can cause asphyxiation by depletion of oxygen in the body