More newbie questions...

[Rezchick]

Ok, So with analogs, I am a pack a day smoker, but I smoke Marl. Ultra Lights.

I've had the dura-c for a few days now, but it seems that if I take 6 or 7 puffs off it, I get really light-headed...almost buzz quality. Am I getting too much nicotine? I have the low Janty Liquid in Cola flavor, and love the taste, but worry that I am taking in too much nic.

Also, after the light headed-ness I also noticed that my heart rate increased... is this normal?

Please help, I hate smoking analogs, but if it would be safer for me to do it, I'll cut my losses with the dura-c and go back to 100% analogs.

Rez

 

[Rezchick]

Or does anyone have a suggestion for maybe a different e-cig that may work better for me?

Thanks in advance, for all the help!!!

 

[lorraineg57]

Ok, So with analogs, I am a pack a day smoker, but I smoke Marl. Ultra Lights.

I've had the dura-c for a few days now, but it seems that if I take 6 or 7 puffs off it, I get really light-headed...almost buzz quality. Am I getting too much nicotine? I have the low Janty Liquid in Cola flavor, and love the taste, but worry that I am taking in too much nic.

Also, after the light headed-ness I also noticed that my heart rate increased... is this normal?

Please help, I hate smoking analogs, but if it would be safer for me to do it, I'll cut my losses with the dura-c and go back to 100% analogs.

Rez

I'm also a newbie, still waiting to order actually. Does sound like too much nicotine to me though. You may want to check the posts pertaining to cutting the juice, I think you can buy stuff to cut it at craft stores or something if you didn't order any 0 strength.....

 

[yvilla]

Please help, I hate smoking analogs, but if it would be safer for me to do it, I'll cut my losses with the dura-c and go back to 100% analogs.
Rez

There's just no way smoking could be "safer"!

Cut down on the nic level, and/or try a non-PG based liquid, but don't think for a second smoking is a better alternative.

 

[LJak07]

I would also say that you maybe are getting too much nicotine, you shouldn't be getting a buzz but from what I have read here and on other sites it can take a little while for you to get used to it and figure out what strength to use. Have you ever gone for a while and not had a smoke? Then you suck one down like it's a life line and you get a huge buzz, is it like that?

I am also a noob at this whole e-cig thing...I would think that you don't really need to puff like a real cigarette or as much. But maybe someone could clarify it for all of us.
Also I am gonna post this here again since no one looks waaaaay down in the quitting area very much. I bought the NJoy NPro starter kit and very cool, works great however, I too would like to know about the puffs and amount of nicotine that you get AND if leaking of the 'juice' is normal because it is really really disgusting. I have tried puffing harder and softer and also changing the battery and cartridge with the same result, that nasty sticky stuff gets all over my lips. BLECH!

Also, I have read a lot today and I do have the option to return my NPro since I bought it from Costco.com, I wonder if this is the right one? The warranty is great on it but the refills are costly compared to others, I am confused on this whole dealie too.

 

[Elendil]

I would try cutting the liquid you are using 50/50 with some PG or VG and see what that does. Cut a small amount and try it and adjust up or down as needed.

 

[Rezchick]

There's just no way smoking could be "safer"!

Cut down on the nic level, and/or try a non-PG based liquid, but don't think for a second smoking is a better alternative.

I didn't mean safer as in better for me in the long run. I meant safer for me because I have had heart problems in the past, and the fast heart-rate is scary.

 

[Rezchick]

I would also say that you maybe are getting too much nicotine, you shouldn't be getting a buzz but from what I have read here and on other sites it can take a little while for you to get used to it and figure out what strength to use. Have you ever gone for a while and not had a smoke? Then you suck one down like it's a life line and you get a huge buzz, is it like that?

It is a lot like that... I got really swimmy headed and buzzed.

 

[Rezchick]

I would try cutting the liquid you are using 50/50 with some PG or VG and see what that does. Cut a small amount and try it and adjust up or down as needed.

Where could I get some PG or VG to cut it with? (I know... probably a really dumb question...)

Thanks,
Rez

 

[Vicks Vap-oh-Yeah]

Where could I get some PG or VG to cut it with? (I know... probably a really dumb question...)

Thanks,
Rez

Nope, not a dumb question, but one that is often asked . . .

PG is Propylene Glycol - you can order it from most major pharmacy's - they use it to mix some medications.

VG is Vegatable Glycerine-you can get it where you get baking supplies - they use it to moderate icing consistancies. I've used the Wilton brand, got mine in the candy-making section of my Ben Franklin Crafts.
By cutting your nic liquid, you will lose taste - try a drop or 2 of candy flavorings (Lor Ann's is a oft-quoted brand).

I would say it sounds like too much nic in your case....

 

[Rezchick]

Nope, not a dumb question, but one that is often asked . . .

PG is Propylene Glycol - you can order it from most major pharmacy's - they use it to mix some medications.

VG is Vegatable Glycerine-you can get it where you get baking supplies - they use it to moderate icing consistancies. I've used the Wilton brand, got mine in the candy-making section of my Ben Franklin Crafts.
By cutting your nic liquid, you will lose taste - try a drop or 2 of candy flavorings (Lor Ann's is a oft-quoted brand).

I would say it sounds like too much nic in your case....

Thank you so much!!! I appreciate it