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nicotine withdrawal syndrome

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nicotine withdrawal syndrome,
physiologic and psychologic effects of tobacco dependence that make it difficult for addicted smokers to cease use of nicotine. Withdrawal symptoms may be diminished by substituting nicotine in the form of chewing gum, lozenges, or transdermal skin patches.
nicotine withdrawal syndrome
Tobacco withdrawal syndrome Substance abuse A condition of mild irritability, headache, and psychological craving associated with the abrupt cessation of nicotine exposure in a nicotine-dependent person. Cf Nicotine, Smoking, Tobacco.


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