Nicotine

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Nicotine is the drug contained in the tobacco in cigarettes, cigars and pipe tobacco.


nicotine

Description
Cigarettes, Cigars, Pipe Tobacco, Roll ups, Snuff

Available as cigarettes, cigars or loose in packs for hand rolling or use in pipes.

Effects
> Increases blood pressure.
> Some people believe it helps them relax.

Consequences
> Heart disease
> Heart attack
> Stroke
> Cancer

The Law
It is illegal to sell tobacco to anyone under 16.
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