What is the diagnosis for Inhalant Intoxication?

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.