Dependence, addiction and overdose risk

Prolonged use of inhalants increases the likelihood of tolerance development. This means that user's body adapts to the effects of inhalant use and needs more and more to achieve the desired effect.

Psychological dependence can develop where inhalants are used to manage day to day functioning leading to clouded their thoughts and actions.

Physical dependence is considered extremely rare, buts occurs when users develop withdrawal symptoms including shaking and sweating until they receive another dose of their preferred inhalant.

Withdrawal symptoms also prevail when the user decides to suddenly stop their inhalant use. Withdrawal effects are usually mild, but some users can experience extreme withdrawal symptoms including anxiety, depression, loss of appetite, irritation, aggressive behaviour, dizziness, tremors, and nausea.