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Nitrous oxide, commonly known as laughing gas, is a colorless, non-flammable gas with a slightly sweet odor. It's widely used in medical settings for its anesthetic and analgesic properties, as well as in the food industry for making whipped cream. However, nitrous oxide can also be misused recreationally, leading to addiction and a host of physical and psychological problems. The increasing prevalence of nitrous oxide abuse has raised significant public health concerns.

The recreational use of nitrous oxide involves inhaling the gas from balloons or canisters, which produces a brief euphoric high. This high is characterized by feelings of euphoria, light-headedness, and, sometimes, hallucinations. The short duration of these effects often leads users to repeatedly inhale the gas to maintain their high, which can quickly escalate to frequent use and dependency.