Poppers experiences

What are poppers?

Poppers are vapourising substances, which contain chemical nitrite compounds. These compounds cause a short, intense intoxication of up to five minutes, which occurs after only a few seconds. Poppers come in all shapes and sizes. Moreover, there is also a difference in intensity. Poppers subtitled Ultra or Extreme often have more intense effects than standard poppers and are therefore more suitable for experienced popper users. A good example of such a more intense popper is the Rush Ultra Strong. In the past, poppers were taken through a capsule, which made a popping sound when opened. Hence the name poppers. Nowadays, these vapourising substances are inhaled from small bottles filled with a volatile liquid.

The effects of poppers

The liquids contain chemical nitrite compounds, which were historically used in medicine to prevent constrictions in the heart muscle. This medical application was effective because of the vasodilatory properties of the nitrites, which lead to a reduction in blood pressure and facilitate a state of intoxication. Today, poppers are primarily used recreationally, often at parties or during sexual activities.

Safe use of poppers

Poppers are volatile substances due to their rapidly evaporating compounds. This means you have to inhale them. You can either do this directly to the popper bottle or drip some of the liquid on a handkerchief and then inhale the vapour. You can also inhale poppers with special inhalers. Poppers can cause skin irritation, so your skin or mucous membranes should not come into direct contact with the liquid. Also, the liquid is flammable, so never use the drug near open flames.

Poppers experiences

The effects of this drug are determined by the individual inhaling the popper. The feelings of this person and the setting also determine the poppers experience, which this person experiences. Following are the effects, which most people name during their poppers experiences:

• Euphoric feelings
• Bliss
• Sexual arousal
• Threshold lowering effects
• Relaxation
• Dilating blood vessels
• Lower blood pressure
• Warm feelings

Poppers experiences with sex

Poppers and sex often go hand in hand. People usually use poppers during sex for a pleasurable and intense sexual experience. Inhaling them just before orgasm can make the orgasm last longer and feel much more intense. Another effect of poppers is that they can help relax the sphincter muscle around the anus, which can be useful during anal sex. This is why poppers have become especially well-known in the gay community.

Negative poppers experience

Besides this pleasant experience, people sometimes experience negative effects of poppers, such as:

• Increased heart rate
• Pressure on the head
• Palpitations
• Nausea 
• Dizziness
• Decreased strength in muscles
• Loss of erection
• Headache
• Amnesia
• Hallucinations at higher doses
• Loss of speech
• Irregular breathing