Chemical asphyxia
Inhaling a substance that deprives the body of oxygen results in chemical asphyxia. The chemical may cause disruption in blood oxygen supply or replace oxygen in the lungs.
Any chemical that results in asphyxia is called asphyxiant. For example, smoke that contains carbon monoxide, an odorless, colorless gas. Carbon monoxide poisoning can occur after inhaling a lot of the gas.
Using inhalants might potentially result in chemical asphyxia. These compounds are frequently present in everyday home items, and when inhaled, their chemical vapors can have psychotropic effects. These vapors have a considerable potential for asphyxiation.