The USC researchers said the long-term impact of nicotine pouches is unknown, but noted that nicotine is addictive and that some users have reported mouth sores and gum irritation.

We updated this article on July 7 to include additional information and context.

Last year, a review found that oral side effects include dry mouth, sore mouth, blisters on the gums and sometimes changes in the gum area – such as receding gumline – where the pouches were ...

There is relatively little research into the potential health implications associated with nicotine pouches, but a 2023 ...

Nicotine pouches carry addiction risks and have been linked to side effects like gum irritation and mouth sores. Researchers warn that adolescent exposure to nicotine can harm brain development ...

The FDA has given marketing authorization to Zyn nicotine pouches. That doesn't necessarily mean they're safe to use, especially for young people, and experts say there's little evidence that they ...

Nicotine itself does not cause cancer. But because nicotine pouches like Zyn are so new, more research is needed to determine their specific risk for cancer, and mouth cancer, specifically.

The pouches increase a teen’s risk of long-term nicotine addiction, researchers said. Some teens also report problems like mouth sores and gum irritation from using the pouches.

Because nicotine pouches do not emit smoke, vapors, or noticeable odors, it can be difficult to tell if someone is using them ...