A diagnosis of “inhalant intoxication” is based on:
- Recent intended or unintended short-term, high-dose exposure to inhalant substances, including volatile hydrocarbons such as toluene or gasoline. (Examples of other inhalant substances include glues and adhesives, aerosol paint sprays, hair sprays, and paint thinners).
- Significant problematic behavioral or psychological changes (such as belligerence, assaultiveness, apathy, or impaired judgement) that developed during, or shortly after, exposure to inhalants.
- Two or more of the following symptoms developed during, or shortly after, inhalant use or exposure:
- Dizziness
- Rapid eye movements
- Incoordination
- Slurred speech
- Unsteady gait
- Lethargy
- Depressed reflexes
- Psychomotor retardation
- Tremor
- Generalized muscle weakness
- Blurred vision or seeing double
- Stupor or coma
- Euphoria
The symptoms are not attributable to another medication condition or mental disorder, including intoxication with another substance.