Surely we’re all familiar with nasal inhalers, especially for those who often struggle with congestion, runny nose or headaches.
This particular product, however, has been dubbed as “energy sticks” which are hazardous due to their drug-like properties.
Public Health Malaysia recently tweeted a post highlighting the rampant use of these inhalers among school students, and they’re likely causing more harm than good.
Jolok hidung dan sedut️Ini adalah produk terbaru di pasaran yang mula popular di kalangan pelajar sekolah. Ia dijual secara berleluasa dengan harga serendah RM2.50 - RM10 sahaja. Thread. pic.twitter.com/xz3OVjWdA5
— Public Health Malaysia (@health_malaysia) February 4, 2024
According to the thread, the product not only comes in various flavours, but it also gives users psychedelic effects that imitate vape and even drugs.
And due to its dangerous contents, inhaling it can damage one’s mucus.