nicotine inhaler

Definition / meaning of nicotine inhaler

A device used to inhale (breathe in) small doses of nicotine through the mouth. The nicotine is absorbed through the lining of the mouth and goes into the blood. This helps stop nicotine cravings, and relieves symptoms that occur when a person is trying to quit smoking. A prescription is needed for nicotine inhalers.

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The Web site of the National Cancer Institute (http://www.cancer.gov/)

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