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Zyn is a brand of nicotine pouches meant to sit between the gum and lip that allow nicotine to absorb into the bloodstream as a tobacco substitute. Because of the chemicals contained in the pouch, you should never intentionally swallow a Zyn. If you accidentally do, however, don’t panic. In this article, we’ll explain what happens if you swallow a Zyn, what to do if you did, and answer other common questions to teach you all the facts.
Is swallowing a Zyn dangerous?
Swallowing a Zyn is generally not a cause for concern. Mild symptoms include nausea and dizziness. A higher dose may yield more serious symptoms, such as vomiting. In this case, call the Poison Control Center at 1-800-222-1222. Prevent swallowing Zyns by not sleeping, eating, or drinking with them in your mouth.
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What to Do If You Swallowed a Zyn Pouch
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For mild to moderate symptoms, drink water, have a snack, and rest. These symptoms are most common after accidentally ingesting a Zyn and should be monitored carefully. If you’re feeling a little dizzy, lightheaded, or feel a bit of abdominal pain, drinking 2 or 3 glasses of water and coating your stomach with something light and absorbent, like bread or crackers, can help mitigate your discomfort. Lie down and rest for an hour or so until the symptoms start to subside—you’ll know you’re in the clear then.- If your symptoms worsen after an hour, call the Poison Control Center at 1-800-222-1222 (US).[2]
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For severe symptoms, call poison control. If you find yourself in serious gastrointestinal distress, violently ill, dizzy, and/or drenched in cold sweats, don’t hesitate to call the Poison Control Center at 1-800-222-1222 (US). They’ll stay on the line and will advise you properly. Don’t try to make yourself vomit unless instructed to do so. Try to have someone stay with you as an added precaution. If you begin experiencing symptoms like a rapid heartbeat, confusion, or intense, continuous vomiting, call emergency services.[3]
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- If a child or pet accidentally swallows a Zyn, call emergency services right away. Do not wait for symptoms to develop.Thanks
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- ↑ https://eliquidstop.com/blogs/vaping-news/what-happens-if-you-swallow-a-zyn
- ↑ https://www.poison.org/
- ↑ https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/21582-nicotine-poisoning
- ↑ https://smokersdepotus.com/what-happens-if-you-swallow-a-zyn/
- ↑ https://us.zyn.com/questions/
- ↑ https://us.zyn.com/questions/
- ↑ https://academic.oup.com/ntr/article/27/4/767/7725552?login=false
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