I had this problem when I first started, went down to a 1.1/1.2mg strength and I'm much better with that it's just right 
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As everyone has said, there are a variety of things that can cause coughing.
For me, I recently found high VG juices make me hack up a lung if I vape them too much. But as I said, there are many factors. Try different things (a high PG juice, then a high VG juice) and see if it makes a difference. Also, be sure to get plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration.
For me, I recently found high VG juices make me hack up a lung if I vape them too much. But as I said, there are many factors. Try different things (a high PG juice, then a high VG juice) and see if it makes a difference. Also, be sure to get plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration.
36 is crazy high as a couple others have said, what kinda cig are you using? Also do you have the voltage/wattage cranked up?
36mg is 3.6% nic (1000mg * .036 = 36mg). Most of us vape in the 11mg to 24mg range which is 1.1% to 2.4% nicotine content.
36mg nic content is for people who just can't quit smoking at anything lower. They use it at first and then drop down gradually as their bodies begin to lose the cravings to smoke.
Nicotine is most of the throat hit in ecig juice. PG can be irritating at high levels and VG can cause a heavy feeling in the lungs at higher percentages. 70pg/30vg and 60pg/40vg are the most popular mixes and the average vapor uses nic levels from 24mg down to almost nothing. I'm at 11mg, down from 24mg over a couple of years. Sometimes, I vape 8mg juice. I don't plan on completely cutting out the nic, but intend to keep in in the single digits. A little nic is said to be good for the brain and cognizance.
36mg nic content is for people who just can't quit smoking at anything lower. They use it at first and then drop down gradually as their bodies begin to lose the cravings to smoke.
Nicotine is most of the throat hit in ecig juice. PG can be irritating at high levels and VG can cause a heavy feeling in the lungs at higher percentages. 70pg/30vg and 60pg/40vg are the most popular mixes and the average vapor uses nic levels from 24mg down to almost nothing. I'm at 11mg, down from 24mg over a couple of years. Sometimes, I vape 8mg juice. I don't plan on completely cutting out the nic, but intend to keep in in the single digits. A little nic is said to be good for the brain and cognizance.
If you have just recently started vaping and quit smoking, or you are still smoking, you are in an "insult to injury" phase as far as your lungs are concerned. If you are trying to lung inhale the same way you did when smoking that makes most people new to vaping pull massive coughing fits. You don't need to lung inhale to get your nicotine out of vaping anyway. See here: http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/ecf-library/337017-inhalation-technique-e-cigarette.html
Your nicotine level is astronomically high, cut this down and have a higher ratio of VG in the juice and you will have a more enjoyable vape.
I am a strong believer that we as ex smokers who turn to vaping were addicted to the physical aspect of smoking not the nicotine.
Try out a 12 mg strength maybe 50/50 mix and I bet you will enjoy it more.
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I am a strong believer that we as ex smokers who turn to vaping were addicted to the physical aspect of smoking not the nicotine.
Try out a 12 mg strength maybe 50/50 mix and I bet you will enjoy it more.
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LOOK! I'm an addict to the greatest degree...The more I lessened the nic and the voltage, the more I "ENJOY" vaping! People need to stop, look around and you won't hear that sound of coughing!!!
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I should probably clarify this a bit.
Vaping is not like smoking. So it takes a bit to get used to the differences. Also, if you start with a variable voltage/wattage system, you'll need to learn how far to turn it up so that you get a nice hit and not one that knocks your socks off.
What Ratio of PG to VG are you and your Wife using?
BTW - 36mg/ml = 3.6% Nicotine by Volume (Roughly)
I agree that lung inhales don't necessarily increase nic absorption. Most of the nic is absorbed through mucous membranes. Inhaling is a natural act to a former smoker and we all do it to some degree, but it's not necessary for nic to get into the bloodstream.
If you like to exhale through the nose, that's one of the best ways to absorb nic. Hit it, hold it in your mouth for a few seconds, inhale just enough to be able to exhale through the nose, and repeat. You will get more absorption than just inhaling and exhaling through the mouth because the mucous membranes in the sinuses are brought into play. Doing that also spares the lungs from continued exposure to PG and/or VG.
If you like to exhale through the nose, that's one of the best ways to absorb nic. Hit it, hold it in your mouth for a few seconds, inhale just enough to be able to exhale through the nose, and repeat. You will get more absorption than just inhaling and exhaling through the mouth because the mucous membranes in the sinuses are brought into play. Doing that also spares the lungs from continued exposure to PG and/or VG.
You're coughing because vaporised e-liquid particles are a lot bigger than smoke particles from analogs. You'll get used to it eventually
I didn't fully read through this thread. But what I am going to say will probably echo other replies. Try a lower nic. Try 6.
Different things satisfy different people. For me its the flavor and vapor density coming out of me that gives me the satisfaction. While someone else could care less and want a throat hit.
Long story short is I can blow some pretty impressive clouds. But even a small hit from 18mg or 24mg of nic will kill my throat. I couldn't imagine 36mg of nic. I would cough for sure.
Sometimes people get bad impressions of vaping since they try a terrible juice along with a high nic level.
If you have a vape shop near you, go there and try some juices. They will most likely have 0mg on display. So try that. You won't feel a thing.
If a vape shop isn't available, order a small bottle of 6mg and try it. Then again you might like a little throat hit, so maybe 12mg would be good. But 24 and 36 is way up there.
Good luck.
Different things satisfy different people. For me its the flavor and vapor density coming out of me that gives me the satisfaction. While someone else could care less and want a throat hit.
Long story short is I can blow some pretty impressive clouds. But even a small hit from 18mg or 24mg of nic will kill my throat. I couldn't imagine 36mg of nic. I would cough for sure.
Sometimes people get bad impressions of vaping since they try a terrible juice along with a high nic level.
If you have a vape shop near you, go there and try some juices. They will most likely have 0mg on display. So try that. You won't feel a thing.
If a vape shop isn't available, order a small bottle of 6mg and try it. Then again you might like a little throat hit, so maybe 12mg would be good. But 24 and 36 is way up there.
Good luck.
I coughed for the first month and now I very rarely do, unless I take a big hit.
If it hasn't been mentioned before: [url]http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/ecf-library/337017-inhalation-technique-e-cigarette.html[/URL].
At least at the beginning, "puff" more than inhale. Water vapor in the lungs can make lungs irate.
Now, I find I can inhale deep as I care to but still do a much, much more shallow inhale than when I smoked. While you can (in time) inhale deeper, there isn't much point. You get most of your nic in the mouth and nasal passages.
Conveniently, these are where the sense of taste live. So let taste be your guide. Don't inhale deeply, inhale where you can taste the flavor.
Also, while vaping is a much easier transition away from smoking than "cessation" scam... erm products, you don't escape all side effects of quitting smoking. Coughing is a very common side effect of quitting smoking by any method. Almost immediately, your lungs start trying to clean up the mess. This results in coughing for a great many. It's not necessarily a bad thing. It does pass in time.
And, yeah, your nic level could be too high. Nicotine is where "throat hit" comes from. Too much "hit" can make you cough. And you can being it down more than you may think. Despite the fact I was a heavy smoker, I vape around 9mg (0.9%). 12mg (1.2%) is the highest I go. For myself, lower nic with more frequent vaping works. And well. Considerably lower nic levels might work great for you and not irritate your throat so much.
Cough can also be an allergic response to various environmental exposures. PG or VG or Flavorings and vapor may just be a contributor. We were designed to breathe plain old air, not vapor, smoke, or a combination of artificial additions to fresh air.
Unless the cough disappears when you stop vaping for a month, there's no way to tell if vaping is the complete cause. My wife and have both been to allergy specialists for the multiple allergen tests that show sensitivity. If your health insurance covers it, it's a good way to rule out the normal causes.
Then, there's the irritant aspect of vapor. Some people can't take it if they sit too close to a stage play or concert that employs vapor fog for effect.
The OP lives in the Deep South. We have lots of humidity and high pollen levels. Lots of people experience post nasal drip and the resultant cough.
Unless the cough disappears when you stop vaping for a month, there's no way to tell if vaping is the complete cause. My wife and have both been to allergy specialists for the multiple allergen tests that show sensitivity. If your health insurance covers it, it's a good way to rule out the normal causes.
Then, there's the irritant aspect of vapor. Some people can't take it if they sit too close to a stage play or concert that employs vapor fog for effect.
The OP lives in the Deep South. We have lots of humidity and high pollen levels. Lots of people experience post nasal drip and the resultant cough.
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