Most people think harmful drugs are only found on street corners
or in local pharmacies, not cleaning cabinets or garages. But
sometimes items commonly found in millions of homes aren't used
for their intended purposes. Some people inhale the chemical
vapors produced by common household substances — known as
inhalants — to get high. What many of them don't realize is how
dangerous this really is. Why People Use Inhalants Inhalants
might seem like an alternative to other mood-altering drugs
because they are cheap, can be purchased legally, and are easy
to obtain. But that doesn't make them safer. When used as
directed, household products are safe for cleaning, painting,
and the other things they're meant to do. But as inhalants, they
can be deadlier than street drugs. Different Kinds of Inhalants
There are four main types of inhalants: volatile solvents,
gases, aerosols, and nitrites. Volatile solvents, gases, and
aerosols can alter moods and create a high. Nitrites are
believed to create sexual stimulation an