The most common side effects of using nicotine pouches include:

• Nausea.
• Sore mouth.
• Irritation of gums.
• Hiccups.
• Nicotine addiction.
• Increased relapse risk with tobacco products.

These pouches contain nicotine, together with water, flavorings, and plant-based fibers. The high purity, pharmaceutical grade nicotine in the pouches is extracted into the saliva and is absorbed mainly via the mucous membranes in the mouth before entering the bloodstream.

British American Tobacco In November 2020, BAT announced that it had acquired US-based nicotine pouch company Dryft Sciences, via its subsidiary Reynolds American Inc. (RAI), with the pouches to be sold under the Velo brand.

Due to the absence of tobacco leaf, the Food and Drug Administration does not classify oral nicotine pouches as a smokeless tobacco product. Oral nicotine pouches include brands such as Zyn, On! and Velo.

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Nicotine can affect various systems throughout the body and may cause:

• dizziness and lightheadedness.
• sleep disturbances.
• changes in blood flow.
• headaches.
• increased risk of blood clotting.
• increased blood pressure.
• changes in heart rhythm and rate.
• shortness of breath.

Let's talk about some of the concerns you might have. Nicotine Replacement Therapy is safe to use. Quit-smoking medicines containing nicotine (NRTs) do not cause death and diseases like cigarettes do. Most of the dangers of smoking are due to the hundreds of toxic chemicals in the cigarette smoke, not the nicotine.

Nicotine can affect various systems throughout the body and may cause:

• dizziness and lightheadedness.
• sleep disturbances.
• changes in blood flow.
• headaches.
• increased risk of blood clotting.
• increased blood pressure.
• changes in heart rhythm and rate.
• shortness of breath.

Originating in Scandinavia, our flagship Modern Oral brand Velo is now a leading global brand of nicotine pouches. These typically appeal to a broader audience than traditional oral tobacco (snus) because of their attractive price positioning.

Nicotine adversely affects many organs as shown in human and animal studies. Its biological effects are widespread and extend to all systems of the body including cardiovascular, respiratory, renal and reproductive systems. Nicotine has also been found to be carcinogenic in several studies.

How does nicotine work? Nicotine is absorbed into your bloodstream and goes to your adrenal glands just above your kidneys. The glands release adrenaline which increases your blood pressure, breathing, and heart rate. Adrenaline also gives you a lot of good feelings all at once.