How can you die from using inhalant?

Using inhalants can lead to death through several mechanisms, primarily due to asphyxiation, cardiac arrest, or toxicity. Inhalants can displace oxygen in the lungs, leading to suffocation, or they can cause a sudden heart rhythm disturbance known as "sudden sniffing death syndrome." Additionally, the chemicals in inhalants can be neurotoxic, damaging vital organs and leading to respiratory failure or overdose. Long-term use can also result in severe health complications that may ultimately be fatal.