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People typically use smelling salts to either rejuvenate someone who has passed out or to help enhance athletic performance.
a b Shakhashiri (2008-02-01). "Chemical of the week – Ammonia" (PDF). University of Wisconsin-Madison. Archived from the original (PDF) on 2011-07-21 . Retrieved 2010-05-24. At Teva we believe that everyone should have access to quality medicine that helps manage disease, fights infection, or simply improves overall health.
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Although these symptoms can all be present when you have a head cold, there are lots of other symptoms you can experience too, as colds do not just affect your head. Other symptoms you could experience include: gas, which triggers an inhalation reflex. It causes the muscles that control breathing to work faster by irritating the mucous membranes of the nose and lungs. [6] It is unknown if using smelling salts can kill brain cells. It is important to only use smelling salts to help a person regain consciousness. Are smelling salts poppers? The effects of long- or short-term use of smelling salts are unknown. However, a person should avoid overusing smelling salts or holding the smelling salt too close to the nose. Concentrated exposure can damage the upper airways and lungs and cause allergic reactions. Fainting is a sudden, temporary loss of consciousness due to not enough oxygen reaching the brain. Learn about the warning signs and treatment options… READ MORE
https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/455704/Ammonia_TO_PHE_240815.pdfHowever, some people may use smelling salts for other means, such as improving athletic performance and increasing alertness. To use smelling salts, a person should keep them 10–15 centimeters (cm) from the nose when inhaling. Investigation: Ammonia sniffing popular in NFL". Florida Times-Union. February 3, 2005. Archived from the original on 2016-05-02 . Retrieved 29 September 2016. a b c d e f g h i j k l McCrory, P (2006). "Smelling Salts". British Journal of Sports Medicine. 40 (8): 659–660. doi: 10.1136/bjsm.2006.029710. PMC 2579444. PMID 16864561. Inhale vapour through nostrils as required. If symptoms persist, consult your doctor. Possible side effects: