Quit Smoking Part Two--Nicotine Inhalers

A nicotine inhaler is a tube carrying nicotine and menthol. When you breathe through the inhaler nicotine is consumed through the wall of your mouth and upper esophagus. This dose of nicotine is about 10% of the nicotine you get when you inhale the smoke from your cigarette.

Nicotine inhalers, as well as nicotine sprays, work quicker than nicotine gums. Because they resemble a cigarette, they can be used in most situations when a smoker feels a need to have something in their hands.

Like any withdrawal program, there may be side effects such as a burning sensation in the nasal tissues or throat, a stomach ache, or nausea. These tools are more expensive than using nicotine gum. Though useful, inhalers continue to promote the rituals and routines of smoking. Continuing the rituals and routines of smoking may lead a smoker back to the habit.

You may need a  prescription to get a Nicotine Inhaler. There are 42 cartridges in a package and each provides up to 300 to 400 puffs. The dose is reduced over a period of time until your cravings are reduced or they no longer exist. The research suggests that you do not continue to use inhalers beyond six months.

If you have bronchospastic disease, coronary heart disease, cardiac arrhythmias, insulin-dependent diabetes, or accelerated hypertension then be cautious about using this tool and check with your doctor.