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Inhalation of a drug examples, mechanisms, and typical speed of effects.
Nicotine, cocaine, and organic solvents such as airplane glue and gasoline are inhaled, as are a variety of prescription drugs and hormone treatments. Inhalation methods take advantage of the rich vascularization of the nose and lungs to convey drugs directly into the bloodstream. Typically is moderate to fast acting. Examples include: nasal absorption, inhaled powders and sprays, and smoking.
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Updated 2021-06-23
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