Health Canada warns consumers not to inhale nitrous oxide, also known as laughing gas, recreationally
What the notice records
| Product | Various nitrous oxide products |
|---|---|
| Issue | Product safety - Unauthorized product |
| What you should do | Do not inhale nitrous oxide products for recreational purposes.Seek immediate medical attention from a health care professional (physician, nurse, pharmacist, Canadian Poison Centre) if you have used nitrous oxide recreationally or for medical purposes and have experienced any side effects.For Poison Centre access you can contact 1-844 POISON-X, in Quebec 1-800-463-5060, or contact your local poison centre directly. Health Canada has also published information about stopping substance use.Report any health product-related side effects or complaints to Health Canada. |
| Category | Drugs |
| Publishing body | Communications and Public Affairs Branch |
| Class | Class not stated |
| Last updated | 2025-11-20 |
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