Reviewing scientific understanding of the safety and toxicity of nicotine, this text ranges from chemistry, studies in animals and human experimental research to the results of large clinical trials.
Papers from the symposium: The Safety and Toxicity of Nicotine, held in Braselton, Georgia, on December 6, 1996. Examines the potential risks of nicotine as a therapeutic medication for diseases such as: Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, Tourette syndrome, sleep apnea, attention deficit disorder, and more.
Dr. Benowitz's scholarly review not only guides us in the use of nicotine products but also points out potential areas of concern in the use of new nicotine-like drugs. This is a useful and timely book.
