Nicotine (Cigarettes, Snuff, Chewing Tobacco, Pipes, Cigars)

• Desired Effects:

• Relaxation

• relief of compliance with social custom

• appetite control

• increase in energy

• Health Consequences:

• Increased illness and absence from work or school.

• Chronic obstructive lung disease, Coronary artery disease

• Cancer of mouth & lungs

• Interaction of tobacco smoke with med’s leading to decreased effect.

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