Tuesday, February 06, 2007

Woman addicted to nicotine inhaler

A woman claims she has become addicted to the nicotine inhaler she started using to help her give up smoking.

Gail Fedrick, 46, quit her 30-a-day habit a year ago thanks to the inhaler easing her cravings.

But now she has panic attacks unless she takes it with her at all times.

And the mum-of-four is spending more on cartridges for the Nicorette Inhalator than she did on cigarettes.

She said: "If the inhaler is not in my pocket I shake and panic. I am addicted to it now."

Manufacturers Pfizer said: "When used as directed, there is a low dependence potential."

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