Yes, there are side effects and risks associated with vaping nicotine salts. Some of these are:
Nicotine dependence: Nicotine salts can be highly addictive to individuals who were not previously smokers. Regular and continuous use may lead to nicotine dependence or addiction.
Nicotine overconsumption: Vaping high-strength nicotine salt e-liquids in excessive amounts can lead to overconsumption of nicotine. Symptoms include headaches, nausea, dizziness, and an increased heart rate.
Throat and lung irritation: While using high-nicotine salts in sub-ohm devices or vaping at excessively high temperatures, some users may experience throat and lung irritation.
Potential for dual use: Nicotine salts may be tempting to smokers trying to quit smoking, but there’s a risk of dual use, where individuals continue to smoke traditional cigarettes while simultaneously vaping.
Lack of long-term research: As vaping and nicotine salts are relatively new things, the long-term health effects are not fully researched and known. More research is required to know the potential long-term risks.