Journal Published Online: 01 November 1987
Volume 32, Issue 6

Ingestion of Isobutyl Nitrite, A Recreational Chemical of Abuse, Causing Fatal Methemoglobinemia

CODEN: JFSCAS

Abstract

Isobutyl nitrite is widely abused as a sexual stimulant and enhancer of discotheque dancing. Though the usual route of administration by inhalation has not resulted in any toxicologically verified deaths, there may be fatal toxic methemoglobinemia if the chemical is orally ingested. A second case of death following ingestion is discussed.

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O'Toole, JB
Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Office of the Medical Examiner, Boston, MA
Robbins, GB
Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Office of the Medical Examiner, Boston, MA
Dixon, DS
Office of the Coroner, County of San Diego, San Diego, CA
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Stock #: JFS11240J
ISSN: 0022-1198
DOI: 10.1520/JFS11240J