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Risks associated with the consumption of nitrous oxide
Automatically translated from French ·
Published on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 5:08 PM
Nitrous oxide, often used during summer periods, poses serious health risks: addiction, cardiac damage, neurological or psychiatric disorders. If you experience symptoms such as tingling, weakness, or difficulty walking, call 15.
Emergency instructions
If you experience symptoms (numbness, weakness, walking difficulties), call 15.
Nitrous oxide is a harmful gas for health, particularly when consumed repeatedly or in excess.
Associated risks:
- Physical and psychological dependence
- Heart damage
- Neurological disorders (numbness, weakness, walking difficulties)
- Psychiatric disorders
The Drogues Info Service is available:
- By phone, 7 days a week
- Via live chat online
- Through Q&A on their website
For more information, visit the website drogues-info-service.fr.
This message is disseminated across the territories of Eure (27) and Eure-et-Loir (28) as part of the #ÉtéSansSouci campaign.
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