2021 AM Posters-Inhalation of Combusted Black Pepper for Nicotine withdrawal

Inhalation of Combusted Black Pepper for Nicotine withdrawal

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A case report and review of the literature explored the use of combusted black pepper as a potential treatment for nicotine withdrawal. The study found that vaporized black pepper essential oil reduced cigarette cravings and withdrawal symptoms in two small studies. Some companies now market black pepper aromatherapy products as potential treatments for tobacco use disorder. However, there are currently no FDA-approved black pepper smoking cessation products on the market.<br /><br />The case report focused on a 40-year-old male with schizoaffective disorder, cannabis use disorder, and nicotine use disorder. While incarcerated, he smoked self-rolled cigarettes made from black pepper when he couldn't obtain tobacco. He estimated smoking black pepper during approximately 30 episodes of nicotine withdrawal during his incarceration. He reported that smoking black pepper directly reduced cigarette cravings, alleviated withdrawal-associated anxiety, and mimicked the experience of smoking tobacco cigarettes.<br /><br />The patient expressed interest in smoking cessation during his hospitalization and agreed to a trial of varenicline, which he tolerated well. The patient did not have any negative associations with black pepper and continued to enjoy it as part of his diet.<br /><br />The study highlighted the need for novel treatments for tobacco withdrawal for patients who have failed existing treatments. Nicotine remains the deadliest drug on earth, killing more than 8 million people annually via tobacco-related deaths.<br /><br />Overall, the study suggests that combusted black pepper may be a potential treatment option for tobacco withdrawal. However, further research is needed to fully understand its effectiveness and safety.

Keywords

combusted black pepper

nicotine withdrawal

vaporized black pepper essential oil

cigarette cravings

withdrawal symptoms

tobacco use disorder

schizoaffective disorder

smoking cessation

novel treatments for tobacco withdrawal

effectiveness

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