What Is Nitrous Oxide Galaxy Gas & Is It Dangerous?
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What Is Nitrous Oxide Galaxy Gas & Is It Dangerous?

An unusual trend has taken over the minds of numerous young people that is seemingly a great risk to their health. The Nitrous Oxide Galaxy Gas has attracted quite the attention of the younger generation, who are reportedly using it to enter a euphoric state for a shorter duration. However, the danger that this Galaxy gas carries is something that is being overlooked by many users.

Here’s all the information on the Nitrous Oxide Galaxy Gas and what are the dangerous health risks that it possesses.

What is Galaxy Gas?

Nitrous Oxide Galaxy Gas, also known as Whippets is a drug that young people are using to get high.

According to a report by USA Today, this nitrous oxide is found in whipped cream dispensers, which are made of steel, and upon use transforms the cream into a whipped form. However, people are using these cartridges without any ingredient in it which assists them in inhaling the nitrous oxide, often called the laughing gas to experience euphoria.

The name Galaxy Gas is derived from the company that deals in these products and is based in Atlanta. To spread awareness about the wrong use of whippets and how the company’s name Galaxy Gas has been employed, the website shows a disclaimer to the people who visit the site. It says, ”Products containing nitrous oxide are sold solely as a food processing propellant for whipped cream and culinary food use only. It is unlawful for a person to purchase products containing nitrous oxide for any purpose not intended herein and legally authorized.”

The CEO of Galaxy Gas, Megan Paquin, also talked to the above-mentioned about the rising use of whippets and said in a statement, ”Galaxy Gas products are for responsible culinary use only, and we are deeply concerned about the recent news reports and social media posts of individuals illegally misusing our products.”

Is Galaxy Gas dangerous?

Yes, the Nitrous Oxide Galaxy Gas is dangerous and can pose numerous health risks.

The disclaimer of the company Galaxy Gas also states, ”Intentional misuse or inhalation of contents is prohibited and poses a serious health hazard.”

According to CNN, the use of nitrous oxide is restricted to relaxing the nervous system during dental procedures. However, according to Dr. Gail Saltz, who is an associate professor, if the gas is inhaled in large amounts then it can disrupt the oxygen intake of a person and cause dangers like heart attack, losing consciousness, nausea, seizure, vomiting, etc.

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