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'''Poppers''' are a class of | '''Poppers''' are a class of recreational drugs that are used sexually for smooth muscle relaxation and a sensation of rapid onset euphoria. Typically "poppers" refers to one of several alkyl nitrites, though occasionally the term is used to describe [[Ethyl chloride|ethyl chloride]] or "spray poppers". Specific drugs in this class include isoamyl nitrite, isopentyl nitrite, isopropyl nitrite, and isobutyl nitrite. | ||
[[Category:Inhalants|inhaled]] | |||
== Interactions == | == Interactions == | ||
Poppers act synergistically with PDE5 inhibitors which are commonly used to treat erectile dysfunction. The combination of poppers and PDE5 inhibitors can cause dangerously low blood pressure and should be avoided. Examples of PDE5 inhibitors include: | Poppers act synergistically with PDE5 inhibitors which are commonly used to treat erectile dysfunction. The combination of poppers and PDE5 inhibitors can cause dangerously low blood pressure and should be avoided. Examples of PDE5 inhibitors include: | ||
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== External links == | == External links == | ||
* https://psychonautwiki.org/wiki/Poppers | |||
* https://trikoot.net/2017/01/poppers-eye-damage-and-maculopathy/ | * https://trikoot.net/2017/01/poppers-eye-damage-and-maculopathy/ | ||
* https://trikoot.net/2018/01/faq-poppers-and-eye-damage/ | * https://trikoot.net/2018/01/faq-poppers-and-eye-damage/ | ||
Revision as of 21:43, 14 December 2023
Poppers are a class of recreational drugs that are used sexually for smooth muscle relaxation and a sensation of rapid onset euphoria. Typically "poppers" refers to one of several alkyl nitrites, though occasionally the term is used to describe ethyl chloride or "spray poppers". Specific drugs in this class include isoamyl nitrite, isopentyl nitrite, isopropyl nitrite, and isobutyl nitrite.
Interactions
Poppers act synergistically with PDE5 inhibitors which are commonly used to treat erectile dysfunction. The combination of poppers and PDE5 inhibitors can cause dangerously low blood pressure and should be avoided. Examples of PDE5 inhibitors include: