First timer's Headache

[XoloX]

Hi All, my first post here.
Need some advice from all the veterans here.

After much effort, I finally gotten my Ego-C Twist and Mini Vivi Nova (it is not so legal from where I am from) along with 4 flavors of Dekang e-liquid, RY4, Mocha, Dr. Pepper and Red Bull, all at 11mg Nic.

The first experience is fantastic, I really thought this can work.
Until, I have these headache.
Of the 4 flavors that I got, the Mocha & Dr. Pepper are ok, but the Red Bull and the RY4 are giving me a headache. Especially the RY4, the headache is so bad that I have to take pain meds (and the meds didn’t even work).
My question is, is there a possibility that somehow Dekang screwed up and label the wrong nic level?
If the nic level is not wrong, then does flavor contribute to the headaches?
I am puzzled that each flavor has such different effect, does anyone experience this? Or is it just me.
vaping duration is the same….

 

[rcpcdude]

most common reason is dehydration. make sure to drink lots of water.

 

[QuantumStorm]

Like rcpdude said, it's most likely a dehydration issue. Propylene Glycol (one of the primary ingredients in e-juice) absorbs large quantities of water. I tend to go through a few more glasses of water a day than I used to. You can also look in to getting full vegetable glycerin juice!

 

[NuLLMyndZ]

I agree with the others. Dehydration is likely but like Quantum said, some people have reactions to PG liquids and VG is the only answer. Look into a higher VG content or pure VG base.

 

[PansSiren]

I'm not a veteran, but this is also my first day vaping, and I too have some RY4. I'm probably going through the same motions as you right now, and using it a fair bit. So far I have no headaches, but it doesn't mean I won't get one soon. I don't know how this is supposed to help, but I at least wanted to share my experience thus far since we're kind of on the same page. Congrats on your decision and good luck on your journey! We can do this!!!!

 

[steved5600]

I'm mot yet a vet but I"m not quite a newbie and I still get them when I vape to much or vape a high nic level. No nausea but mild headache. Not migraine bad thank God because I use to get those. Knock on wood.
I doubt they put in to much nic as that is the costly part but it is possible. You may need to drop down some on you nic level or get a big jar of aspirin. LOL
When I have it bad enough to notice I cut back.

 

[Ams950]

Nice info everyone .. =)

 

[XoloX]

Thanks guys, I really want this to work and I do feel that it can work.
I had plenty of water but will try to drink more...
What puzzled me was, some of the flavors doesn't leave me with that kind of headache.
At this stage I am trying to figure out, what nic level is suitable and how much to vape at one session?
Thanks for the advice.
Now I will need to device a plan to get some e-liquid from the US and see if it works better

 

[SoberSnyper]

Like some others have said, I would definitely switch to a higher VG blend as the Dekang juices are normally a 80/20 PG/VG mix. PG juices can cause problems for some people. Try to pick up some 50/50 PG/VG juice. Good luck and stay off the analogs.

 

[carcen5]

agree with others, but IMO i would try "USA" liquid vendor, email vendor first and if they're worth your cash, they'll respond and help you choose and liquid that will not cause your headache problems.

 

[CdnBison]

The headache may also be from too much nicotine. I had the same problems when I got my first real ecig. Try either easing up on the vaping, or stepping your nicotine level down a notch.

 

[Cloud Wizard]

watch out for the dreaded nic headache. as folks have said dehydration and mild nic overdose tend to be the causes. it's really easy to vape away and not realize until it's too late. nicotine from vapor does not enter your body the same way as cig nicotine. cigs are pretty instant into your system while vaped nic takes a little longer.

 

[XoloX]

That is what I suspect as well, but I am at 11mg now, vaping only about 10ml in a week.
Hardly what other will call hardcore....
Because of the headache, I am shaken...
At this part of the world that I am in, going out to get some other e-liquid to try is not so easy.
You guys are so lucky.

 

[Cloud Wizard]

You may be able to get some pure VG (0 nic) to try cutting a little down. Not sure what you can get there, but here you can get a 6oz bottle of "Pure Glycerin USP" at a pharmacy for ~$5.

 

[flowerchild]

I get horrendous headaches from vapeing, I get sinus problems which are eased from a sinus spray and headache pills I read so much about dehydration ect that for months I put up with it and was drinking gallons of water but to no avail. I think vapeing VG only helps and I use mostly no nic or low nic. Some juice flavours make it worse so if you only get a headache with certain flavours I would find out what the difference is from the vendor and steer clear of them. Hope you can sort it out as I know how disappointing this can be.

 

[Sweeperdk]

Personally, PG gets me every time. I had a rough time with vaping in the beginning, until I noticed this.

As it is now, I solely vape VG juice, and have not had a single headache due to vaping since. Well, I have, once, but that was due to dehydration.

Try and see if you can grab some pure VG and check if that helps you.

 

[XoloX]

Guess I am not alone.
Thanks for sharing.

 

[Goedkooproken]

I think it's probably dehydration. I get that more from some flavours than others.
With some flavours I get a dry mouth and from some I don't. I vape just Dekang juice 80/20 mix
I have tried Koko, white premium and joyetech liquid in different tastes but I like the Dekang best.

 

[Klaus53123]

which nicotine strength do you inhale? I started with 18mg and that was defintly too much for me. After dilution to 12mg I was ok.

BR
Klaus

 

[kerswills]

I have been vaping going on three years soon. I would agree with the water and nic statements but I also can tell you this. From the perspective of someone who suffered migraines for 30 years, some flavors are not going to be good for you. I have some flavors that I can not vape no matter what. They always give me a headache. You need to change one thing at a time and see if it helps. Don't try every suggestion at once as you will never know which one it was. Being as you said it was only with certain flavors, my bet is on the flavors or mislabled nic. (spelling nazi's need not apply )