What are the Side Effects of Nicotine Pouches?

Nordic Spirit, VELO and ZYN are all gaining popularity in the UK. With a reported 1 in every 400 British adults reported to be using nicotine pouches, chances are you currently use them or are planning to use them. We uncover the potential side effects that come with using nicotine pouches - this may not be the most fun topic, but it is important to know and we’d rather you hear it from us first. 

Are Nicotine Pouches Safe?

Tobacco has been branded as both addictive and harmful. While there is no safe tobacco product, where do nicotine pouches sit in terms of safety? Nicotine pouches are without any tobacco, being made with either synthetic nicotine or nicotine that has been extracted from tobacco leaves. 

What are the Side Effects of Nicotine Pouches?

There are two common side effects of nicotine pouches: addictiveness and nausea. 

Nicotine is addictive. This might be stating the obvious, but it is a side effect to using nicotine pouches. Nicotine pouches can give the nicotine experience of a cigarette without smoke or tobacco, it is still an addictive product. 

Nausea. Nausea and even hiccups can be short-term side effects of using nicotine pouches. These often happen when you ingest too much nicotine too fast or if you use pouches that are too strong. Luckily, this is only short-term and can be rectified. 

Are VELO Nicotine Pouch Side Effects the same as Nordic Spirit Side Effects?

No matter the brand of nicotine pouch, ZYN side effects will most likely be the same as VELO and Nordic Spirit side effects. As nicotine pouches all have a relatively similar composition, the major differences will be in the strength of nicotine and the flavourings used.