2024-07-25 11:50:32
Sniffy may resemble cocaine in appearance and method of administration. CASTELLO-FERBOS/GODONG/PHOTONONSTOP
The decision to take action comes after resigning health minister Catherine Vautrin spoke out against snus powder in May. She announced on Wednesday, July 24, that she had signed an order banning the use of the energizing products, which will take effect this week.
The minister is awaiting feedback from the European Commission, which she requested authorization to ban Sniffy on June 3. Ms Watling visited the Paris SAMU team at Necker Hospital on Wednesday and claimed that ” Link to illegal products [était] obviously” About this original inhalable white energy powder. In May, the Tobacco Merchants Federation also positioned itself “Objection to this product” Looks like cocaine, like Several addicts have called for a ban.
In response to the controversy surrounding its product, Power Factory stopped selling Sniffy powder for inhalation on June 5, ensuring it was never intended to encourage customers to consume cocaine. Since then, it has only sold a powder version that can be taken orally.
What is this vibrant product?
The Sniffy brand was registered in mid-2023. according to Manufacturer’s official websiteupdated since the controversy, this energizing powder “Depending on the method of administration (sublingual or oral), you can get an energy boost almost immediately or more broadly over time.” It has sweet flavors (passion fruit, strawberry candy, mint, etc.) and initially seems to be aimed at a younger audience, believing that the product can provide support for consumers in their studies and exams. Now, Sniffy explains on its website that its powder can be used in “Stay awake and/or focused” and provide support to users during their use “physical exercise or mental work” or “Another night”.
The product’s ingredients—L-arginine, caffeine, creatine, L-citrulline, taurine, beta-alanine, and maltodextrin—are reminiscent of those found in energy drinks. The stated goal of all these stimulants is to make people feel temporarily fatigued.
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Unlike energy drinks, the white powder is initially inhaled through the nose with a straw. The practice is reminiscent of that practiced by cocaine users and has been condemned by political leaders and addicts who oppose cocaine trafficking.
The product is priced at €14.80 for a 1 gram vial, “Mainly sold on the Internet”, Philippe Coy, president of the Tobacco Merchants Federation, told AFP in May that he expected “A few dozen at most” Number of tobacconists selling them.
Why is “Xiu Xiu” so controversial?
Sniffy’s critics question not only its ingredients, but also the product’s method of administration. “We can’t beat around the bush, the idea is to keep things confusing and give the impression that we’re taking cocaine and having an effect, but it’s not actually cocaine., May and Le Monde Addiction scientist Amine Benyamina, president of the French Federation of Addiction Sciences, expressed regret for this behavior. “cynicism” from the manufacturer. “Offering Red Bull or Gatorade is ethically and morally shameful [des boissons énergisantes] powdery”, he added.
L’Association Addiction France I was also worried “The Trivialization of Cocaine” wait, “Serious circumstances”sweetness “Will attract young people”.
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If the move raised eyebrows among addiction experts and politicians, it did not appear to have roused Marseille’s corporate sensibilities. “That white powder you inhale through your nose? No need to be confused, Sniffy is legal»the brand even said sarcastically.
What are the possible side effects?
On its website, the Sniffy vendor limits sales of its products to adults and advises consumers to consult a health professional to assess the risks. If he recommends it first “Start with a small dose” wait “gradually increase”manufacturers are now content to warn their consumers not to exceed “Maximum Daily Dose” – The estimate is two grams per day, equivalent to two bottles, and users are invited to avoid any interaction of Sniffy with alcohol or drugs.
“There is no scientific basis for this consumption restriction, it is just a way for them to legally protect themselves.Judged by Professor Benyamina. Also, this product cannot be purchased at pharmacies; tobacconists will not explain medication instructions and restrictions to you. »
Aside from overdose, the substance’s side effects can be similar to those of drinking energy drinks: chest pain, high blood pressure, and anxiety. Professor Benyamina said inhalation can also cause: “The nostrils are slightly traumatized, like a cocaine user, because of the straw.” Before abandoning inhaled consumption on June 5, the supplier also warned that “Care needs to be taken to protect the health of the nasal mucosa”.
Before Sniffy, the disposable e-cigarette “Puff”, which was popular among young people, had caused controversy due to ecological and public health issues. They appeared on the French market in 2021 and became the subject of a proposed ban law at the end of 2022. Whether the ban complies with Community law.
Also read: ‘Puffs’, disposable e-cigarettes popular with teenagers, about to be banned in France?
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