Ammonia inhalant ampoules, also known as smelling salts, provide relief of lightheadedness. When inhaled this chemical compound can prevent someone from fainting, and can also revive someone who has already fainted or lost consciousness. For these reasons smelling salts make a useful addition to your first aid kit. Many professional athletes also use smelling salts to make sure they are ready, alert, and focused so they can perform at the top of their game.
When inhaled ammonia causes an inhalation reflex that can be jarring. It causes a muscular reaction in the nose and lungs; basically it makes a person breath faster which momentarily increases the flow of oxygen. This increased airflow is what can keep someone of the verge of losing consciousness awake and also works to bring around someone who has fainted or passed out. Our ammonia inhalant ampoules also feature lavender and lemon fragrances to mask the distinctive and somewhat unpleasant ammonia odor while still allowing the user to get the physical reaction.
This respiratory stimulant is intended for inhalation only. Ammonia inhalant ampoules typically come in a pouch and need to be crushed to activate. Ammonia is a harsh chemical and can cause burns to the delicate tissue of the nasal passages, airway and lungs, so while it is unlikely that you could become injured from using smelling salts, use caution, do not use in excess and observe others when using ammonia inhalants. Also use caution when someone faints because they could hit their head and smelling salts may temporarily mask the symptoms of a concussion. Seek medical treatment if you or a friend or loved one may have a concussion.
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