Allergies are a bitch, especially when trying to do something helpful for yourself! While uncommon, people can have a PG allergy. PG, or Propylene Glycol, is a key ingredient in the majority of e-juices , so here are a few key steps to figuring out if you are allergic to PG.

Smoking Cessation Issues

Like any other allergen, you want to determine if the PG is, in-fact, the reason for this reaction. You may be experiencing Tobacco Cessation symptoms. Check this list first to see if this is the cause. These symptoms can include:

Headaches

Nausea

Coughing

Mouth Ulcers

Skin eruption (Quit Zits)

Sputum and Phlegm

PG Allergy

When looking for a PG allergy, the symptoms can be:

Sore Throat

Sinus Problems

Headaches

Nausea

Numbness of the face and tongue

Hive breakout

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What to do if You Have a PG Allergy

After this deduction, if it is a PG allergy and you want to continue vaping, simply find a juice that is 100% VG. While this may include some trial and error, once you find the right juice, the allergic reactions shouldn’t continue. You may also consult a doctor to confirm that you have a PG allergy.

Nicotine Overdose

If, however, the symptoms do continue, you may be experiencing a nicotine overdose. This is actually quite common, as many new vapers are so infatuated with vaping that they cant seem to put the device down. Symptoms of a Nic Overdose incude:

Headache

Nausea

Dizziness

Accelerated Heartbeat

Sweating

If you have been a victim of nicotine overdose, please consult a doctor, as nicotine overdoses can be a threat to your health. Make sure you research proper nicotine levels or talk to your local shop employee.

These symptoms will disappear, but could last up to a few months.Luckily, these symptoms will disappear, too. The easiest way to differentiate between PG allergy and Smoking Cessation Issues is to quit vaping for a few days. If these symptoms clear quickly, it is more likely that you are allergic to something in the e-juice, normally PG.