Abstract
Butyl nitrite is present in consumer products subject to abuse by inhalation. When inhaled, intense peripheral vasodilation and tachycardia ensue, described by users as a ‘rush’. When ingested, toxic sequelae include methemogloginemia and hypokinetic anoxia. The median lethal oral dose to rats of this compound is, with 95% confidence, 83 ± 3.5 mg kg−1.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 30-31 |
Number of pages | 2 |
Journal | Journal of Applied Toxicology |
Volume | 1 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Feb 1981 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- LD
- butyl nitrite
- inhalant abuse
- oral toxicity
- rat
- room odorizer
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Toxicology