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Is nicotine an anti-inflammatory drug? Unpacking the surprising paradox

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Research over the past two decades has revealed that nicotine exerts both anti-inflammatory and pro-inflammatory effects, depending on the context and dosage. The question, **is nicotine an anti-inflammatory drug?**, is therefore more complex than it appears, requiring a careful examination of its paradoxical impact on the immune system.