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Nicotine Inhaler

MEDICATION Nicotine InhalerPrescription only
PROS & CONSPros:
Flexible dosing.
Mimics hand-to-mouth behavior of smoking.

Cons:
Not appropriate if heart attack in past 2 weeks or reactive airway disease. If pregnant or breast feeding only use with doctor’s consent.

Requires frequent use.
Possible throat/mouth irritation.
May attract attention.
Not recommended for heavily dependent smokers.

DOSAGE6-16 cartridges per day.
TIPSPuffing must be done frequently, far more often than with a cigarette. Each cartridge is designed for 80 puffs over 20 minutes. You do not need to inhale deeply as with a cigarette.
COST PER DAY$ 6.00 – $ 16.00 /day

Covered by Medicaid & Medicare and other insurances with prescription.