Poppers

Poppers is a powerful drug that can give you an almighty burst of dizzy energy for a couple of minutes.

The rush kicks in immediately, and for a few moments you'll feel a thumping in your head.

Generally coming in small glass bottles, amyl nitrate is normally snorted out of the open bottle. The vapour released causes your veins and arteries to dilate resulting in the blood flowing faster through the heart and the brain.

Side effects: You may suffer from a headache after you have inhaled it. Never take amyl at any place where there is a chance of physical danger - for the few moments that it kicks in you may well not be in control of your actions. If you're snorting poppers while having sex, there's a chance that the rush may make you lead you to risky sex - so put the condom on before you break out the amyl.

Try not to take it with other stimulants (coke, speed, E etc.) as it could put too much strain on your heart. The liquid is also highly inflammable so be careful if you smoke.

Health risks: Anybody who suffers from circulatory problems or from low blood pressure should be particularly wary of this substance. Using poppers can be a serious health risk for those with heart trouble, breathing problems, or anaemia and glaucoma. Always wash off any amyl that spills on your skin and never drink it - it is highly poisonous.

The law is currently undergoing revision to close a rather strange loophole. Currently, the use and possession of poppers in NOT illegal, but the law is complex.