The Side Effects of JUUL
The danger JUUL poses is three-fold: inhaling vapor is dangerous to the lungs and airways, nicotine is dangerous to the heart and blood vessels, and the high quantities of nicotine in JUUL pods can cause serious addiction that may lead to a switch to traditional cigarettes later in life. We are still learning about other potentially harmful side effects of JUUL and vaping in general as time goes on.
Dangerous JUUL side effects may include:
Addiction • Asthma attacks • Chest pain • Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
Gum disease • Heart disease, including heart attack • Lung disease
Seizures • Stroke • Stomach ulcers
Because JUULs are small and easy to hide, you may not be aware that your child or other loved one is vaping and at risk.
Signs your loved one may be JUULing include:
Irritability or mood swings • Persistent cough • Migraine • Nosebleeds
Itchiness • Increased thirst • Reduced caffeine intake
A sweet scent (JUUL vapor)
JUUL Side Effect FAQ
Q: Is JUUL safer than cigarettes?
A: As of September 2019, the FDA has stated that there is no scientific evidence that JUUL is safer than cigarettes.
Q: Is vaping only dangerous to children and teens?
A: Vaping can have negative effects on the brain up to age 25. Those over the age of 26 are still at risk of developing serious lung and heart problems when using JUUL, in addition to other negative side effects.
Q: How soon does it take to become addicted to JUUL?
A: Addiction can happen as soon as after a single use. Young people are especially at risk of nicotine addiction from using JUUL because their brains are still developing.
Q: Does JUUL cause cancer?
A: While JUUL does not contain many of the known carcinogens found in traditional cigarettes, it does contain propylene glycol, which in some cases can produce formaldehyde, a known carcinogen, when heated, such as in a vape device.
Q: How dangerous is JUUL?
A: JUUL has only been on the market since 2015, so the long-term health effects are unknown. However, the short-term effects we’ve seen so far have been serious, with the potential to be fatal.
Q: Can vaping kill you?
A: As of September 2019, six people have died in the U.S. from vaping-related lung illness, each in a different state. The CDC has also attributed more than 450 possible causes of severe lung injury in 33 states to vaping.
Q: Are other vape devices safer than JUUL?
A: No, inhaling vapor of any kind can irritate your lungs, and because there is little regulation in the vaping industry, many vape juices contain a variety of chemicals that are known to be dangerous to humans.
Q: Is secondhand exposure to JUUL dangerous?
A: Yes, according to a 2014 study, vaping can reduce indoor air quality.
Q: What is popcorn lung/Does JUUL cause popcorn lung?
A: Popcorn lung (bronchitis obliterans) is a currently untreatable lung condition known to be caused by diacetyl, a chemical used as flavoring in many vape juices. Popcorn lung is a serious condition that may require a lung transplant and can even be fatal.
While diacetyl is not one of the chemicals found in JUUL pods, inhaling chemical and nicotine vapor of any kind can cause irritation and lung damage.
Q: What do I do if I have negative side effects from JUULing?
A: Get medical treatment and call a lawyer. Because JUUL acted negligently in misrepresenting the safety of their product and failing to warn users about the known and likely side effects, they can be held responsible for health problems that arise from using their product.
You may be able to get compensation for your medical expenses, treatment, and reduced quality of life after using JUUL by contacting a lawyer. Beasley Allen Law Firm is currently representing JUUL victims in court.