Amyl – Low Risk

Thanks for using our self-assessment tool; you have indicated that you are using amyl at a low level.

We know that using inhalants such as amyl can have desirable short term effects such as increased feelings of pleasure and euphoria and as you’re probably well aware; using inhalants such as amyl can have short term negative effects like increased heart rate, light headedness and difficulty getting or maintaining an erection.

To reduce the risks and harms associated with amyl use, the safest option is not to use it. However to help make sure your amyl use stays low risk keep in mind that mixing amyl with stimulant type drugs such as methamphetamine, ecstasy, or cocaine can put additional strain on your body; and that mixing amyl with erectile dysfunction medication such as Viagra® can result in blacking out or a fatal drop in blood pressure.

If you are concerned about your amyl use, get in touch with ACON’s substance support team here or on (02) 9206 2000.  Counselling not your thing? You can also call the alcohol and drug information service (ADIS). ADIS is a 24 hour telephone based information , education, referral and support service call 9361 8000 in Sydney or 1800 422 599 (non-metro areas).

For more information on amyl check out our resources section or Touchbase (an LGBTI focused website for alcohol and other drug information and support).