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Yes, because the nicotine it contains is absorbed through the gums and stimulates receptors in the brain. Hence withdrawal can cause cravings and irritability. You can safely replace chewing tobacco with sugar free nicotine gum to chew.

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14y ago

Mainly nicotine. Their are other ingredients in them also but nicotine has the biggest effect. Look up the ingredients in cigarettes and you will be surprised to see what else is in them. ieie- cocoa

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16y ago

Chewing tobacco contains nicotine, which is an extremely addictive ingredient, also responsible for addiction to cigarrettes.

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10y ago

nicotine, acetone and something else that is commonly found in urine

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12y ago

Tobacco is not an addictive substance. Its nicotine, dear.

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9y ago

Cigarettes contain the drug called Nicotine.

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13y ago

nicotine

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