Nicotine Side Effects

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Trade Name: Nicotine
Generic Names: Nicotine
 
Side effects of Nicotine:
Gastrointestinal Decreased appetite
Neurological Medullary depression, neurologic blockade
Cardiac Tachycardia, hypertension
Skin  
Genitourinary  
Endocrine  
Pulmonary Increased respiratory rate
Systemic Tolerance, dependence
Pharmacology of Nicotine:
Question:
What is the mechanism of Nicotine?
Answer:
Nicotine binds to nicotinic acetylcholine receptors found on the autonomic ganglia and in the adrenal medulla, resulting in stimulation of the sympathetic and parasympathetic systems.
Question:
How is Nicotine excreted?
Answer:
Nicotine is metabolized are the liver at kidneys and lung.

These side effects of Nicotine are among the most common side effects , however, this list does not include all the side effects of Nicotine. If there is a question or a concern one should always contact their health-care provider or pharmacist.