Patterns and Perception of Nicotine Pouches Use Among Adults in Saudi Arabia.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Nicotine pouches (NPs) are smokeless, tobacco-free products gaining global popularity, particularly among youth, for perceived harm reduction. However, many concerns remain regarding their side effects, addictive potential and cardiovascular risks as they avoid the inhalation of smoke but still pose toxicity. Research on NP use patterns in regions such as Saudi Arabia is lacking.

Methods

A cross-sectional survey was conducted online from March to August 2025 targeting NP users aged 18 years or older in Saudi Arabia. The employed questionnaire evaluated demographics, usage habits, health impacts, dependency levels and risk perception. Descriptive statistics and Chi-square tests (P < .05) were used to analyze the collected data.

Results

Most participan

SUBMITTER: Alghamdi AS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12775347 | biostudies-literature | 2026

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature