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Inhalant Detox in Charlotte

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Inhalants are psychoactive (mind-altering) substances that create a euphoric high when inhaled. Inhalants are usually common products found at home or in the workplace, such as cleaning fluids, markers, aerosols and certain glues that are not intended to be used to get high. Because these products are not designed or made to produce a high and often come with a less potent euphoria, inhalants are often not considered as having dangerous repercussions or addictive qualities, both of which are untrue.

According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, 335,000 people had an inhalant use disorder in 2021, and 2.2 million people reported using inhalants in the last 12 months.

Inhalant Risks and Overdose

Inhalants have long-term effects that negatively impact the body and brain. An overdose can cause seizures and coma. Products with particularly potent chemicals, such as solvents and aerosol sprays, can cause fast and sudden nervous system depression that leads to immediate heart failure or death. This is known as “sudden sniffing death” and can happen to anyone, regardless of age, health or history of substance use.

Some inhalant users use a paper or plastic bag over their head during use, which can lead to death from suffocation.

Some long-term risks of using inhalants are:

  • Kidney and liver damage
  • Hearing and vision damage or loss
  • Nerve damage
  • Bone marrow damage
  • Muscle atrophy
  • Delayed brain develop in teens and young adults
  • Hypoxia (brain damage from lack of oxygen)

Withdrawal Process

While sudden cessation or drastically reducing inhalant use usually does not cause withdrawal risk or death as other substances do, such as alcohol or opioids, the withdrawal symptoms of inhalants make reaching sobriety difficult. Even when someone wants to stop using inhalants, the withdrawal symptoms are often so uncomfortable and/or painful that they continue use.

Some symptoms of inhalant withdrawal are:

  • Profuse perspiration
  • Headaches
  • Nausea
  • Muscle cramps
  • Chills
  • Agitation and irritability
  • Sleep disturbances
  • Tremors
  • Mood changes or mood swings
  • Convulsions
  • Hallucinations

Although detoxing from any substance can be uncomfortable, clients detoxing from inhalants at Freedom Detox receive medical support and supervision 24/7 to ensure they remain as comfortable as possible and complete the process. We also offer counseling therapies to support our clients emotionally and mentally as they go through the often-difficult process of detox.

Our clients receive an individualized treatment program and leave with a collaborative discharge plan to continue their recovery journey. We are partnered with several programs so our clients can step into a residential or outpatient program for continued support.

Call (800) 475-2312, or contact our Charlotte inhalant detox team online. We’re available 24/7, and your information is confidential.

Classes of Inhalants

There are several different classes and types of inhalants. Some of these are:

Solvents

  • Paint thinners
  • Dry-cleaning fluids
  • Gasoline
  • Lighter fluid
  • Correction fluids
  • Felt-tip marker fluid
  • Glue
  • Nail polish
  • Nail polish remover
  • Electronic contact cleaners

Aerosols

  • Spray paint
  • Hair spray
  • Deodorant spray
  • Vegetable oil sprays
  • Aerosol computer cleaning products

Gases

  • Butane lighters
  • Propane tanks
  • Ether
  • Chloroform
  • Nitrous oxide (“laughing gas”)
  • Freon
  • Whipped cream dispensers (commonly referred to as “whippets”)

Nitrates

  • Video head cleaner
  • Room odorizer
  • Leather cleaner
  • Liquid aroma

Inhalants slow down brain activity and affect the central nervous system. The high can mimic the effects of drinking alcohol. Common side effects of inhalants are:

  • Distorted and/or slurred speech
  • Dizziness
  • Lack of coordination
  • Loss of inhibition
  • Drowsiness
  • Headaches
  • Vomiting

Some of the more dangerous and severe side effects can include hallucinations (false images and sensations) and delusions (false beliefs).

Don’t wait until it’s too late to seek help. Call us today at (800) 475-2312.

Detox Treatments

Real People. Real Recovery.

“Freedom Detox gave me a new outlook on being “Free.””

- Lawrence
“The love, time, and care y’all give is amazing, and I couldn’t be more grateful, and thankful.”
- Angie
“I’ll never forget the time you guys spent with me.”
- Veronica
“You guys gave me hope.”
- Mary

“You brought me back to reality.”

- David
“This “family” of folks will always have a special place in my heart.”
- Kelly