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Nicorette

(nicotine)

Nicorette (Nicotine) belongs to the family of medications known as Nicorette (Nicotine) replacement therapies. It is used to help people over 18 years of age quit smoking.

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Gum

2MG, 4MG

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Nicorette information

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Ask your doctor or pharmacist to determine your level of Nicorette (Nicotine) dependence. They can teach you how to use the Nicorette (Nicotine) gum effectively and give you tips on quitting smoking. Initial treatment should be based on your level of Nicorette (Nicotine) dependence.

When you start to experience a cigarette craving, start chewing one piece of gum. Proper use of the gum is important to receiving the greatest benefit from it. Do not chew the gum as you would ordinary chewing gum. Bite on the gum once or twice and then leave it between your cheek and gum. Repeat after 1 minute. Continue this for 30 minutes, then discard the gum. Repeat this process for every cigarette craving.

It is recommended that you do not drink fluids while chewing the gum since this may affect the ability of the medication to deliver Nicorette (Nicotine). The dosage is individualized and depends on how much Nicorette (Nicotine) is needed to relieve Nicorette (Nicotine) withdrawal symptoms.

For the first 2 to 4 weeks of treatment, a higher dose (10 to 12 pieces of gum per day) is used, and then the dose is gradually reduced over the next 4 to 12 weeks. When you reach only 1 or 2 pieces per day, then the gum can be stopped. The maximum dose is 20 pieces per day. Most people need a 3 month treatment, although some may need treatment for up to 6 months. You should not use the Nicorette (Nicotine) gum for more than 6 months without consulting with your doctor.

Many things can affect the dose of medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones listed here, do not change the way that you are taking the medication without consulting your doctor.

It is important that Nicorette (Nicotine) be taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor.

Store Nicorette (Nicotine) at room temperature, protect it from light and moisture, and keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired.

Many medications can cause side effects. A side effect is an unwanted response to a medication when it is taken in normal doses. Side effects can be mild or severe, temporary or permanent.

The side effects listed below are not experienced by everyone who takes Nicorette (Nicotine). If you are concerned about side effects, discuss the risks and benefits of this medication with your doctor.

The following side effects have been reported by at least 1% of people taking Nicorette (Nicotine). Many of these side effects can be managed, and some may go away on their own over time.

Contact your doctor if you experience these side effects and they are severe or bothersome. Your pharmacist may be able to advise you on managing side effects.

bleeding gums
burping
cough
Gingivitis (inflamed gums)
hiccups
headache
increased salivation
irritated or inflamed tongue
lightheadedness
jaw ache
mouth or throat soreness
nausea
upset stomach
unusual taste in your mouth

Although most of these side effects listed below don't happen very often, they could lead to serious problems if you do not seek medical attention.

Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:

chest pain
fast or irregular heartbeat
feelings of dependence on the medication or difficulty stopping the medication after your treatment is done
Fever with or without chills
runny nose
shortness of breath, tightness in chest, difficulty breathing, or wheezing
skin rash, itching, or Hives
stomach upset that does not go away
vomiting

Stop taking the medication and seek immediate medical attention if any of the following occur:

symptoms of a serious allergic reaction (such as hives, difficulty breathing, or swelling of the face and throat)

Symptoms of overdose

abdominal or stomach pain
cold sweat
confusion
convulsions (seizures)
disturbed hearing and vision
drooling
extreme exhaustion
pale skin
rapid heartbeat
tremor

Some people may experience side effects other than those listed. Check with your doctor if you notice any symptom that worries you while you are taking Nicorette (Nicotine).

2 mg
Each off-white square contains Nicorette (Nicotine) 2 mg.

Nonmedicinal ingredients (fresh mint flavoured): acesulfame potassium, gum base, magnesium oxide, menthol, peppermint oil, sodium bicarbonate, and sodium carbonate. Sweetened with xylitol. Contains sodium.

Nonmedicinal ingredients (ice mint flavoured): acacia, acesulfame potassium, gum base, magnesium oxide, menthol, peppermint oil, sodium bicarbonate, sodium carbonate, titanium dioxide, and wax. Sweetened with xylitol. Contains sodium.

Nonmedicinal ingredients (fresh fruit flavoured): flavour, gum base, hypromellose, magnesium oxide, menthol, peppermint oil, polysorbate, sodium bicarbonate, sodium carbonate, sucralose, titanium dioxide, and wax. Sweetened with xylitol. Contains sodium.

Nonmedicinal ingredients (cinnamon flavoured): acacia, acesulfame potassium, black iron oxide, flavour, gum base, hypromellose, magnesium oxide, menthol, peppermint oil, polysorbate, sodium bicarbonate, sodium carbonate, sucralose, titanium dioxide, wax, xylitol.

Nonmedicinal ingredients (extreme chill flavoured): acesulfame potassium, corn starch, flavour, gum base, hypromellose, magnesium oxide, menthol, peppermint oil, polysorbate, sodium bicarbonate, sodium carbonate, sucralose, titanium dioxide, wax, xylitol.

4 mg
Each yellow square contains Nicorette (Nicotine) 4 mg.

Nonmedicinal ingredients (fresh mint flavoured): acesulfame potassium, D&C Yellow No. 10, gum base, magnesium oxide, menthol, peppermint oil, and sodium carbonate. Sweetened with xylitol. Contains sodium.

Nonmedicinal ingredients (ice mint flavoured): acacia, acesulfame potassium, D&C Yellow No. 10, gum base, magnesium oxide, menthol, peppermint oil, sodium carbonate, titanium dioxide, and wax. Sweetened with xylitol. Contains sodium.

Nonmedicinal ingredients (fresh fruit flavoured): acacia, acesulfame potassium, D&C Yellow No. 10, flavour, gum base, magnesium oxide, menthol, peppermint oil, polysorbate, sodium carbonate, sucralose, titanium dioxide, and wax. Sweetened with xylitol.

Nonmedicinal ingredients (cinnamon flavoured): acacia, acesulfame potassium, black iron oxide, D&C Yellow No. 10 Aluminum Lake , flavour, gum base, hypromellose, magnesium oxide, menthol, peppermint oil, polysorbate, sodium bicarbonate, sodium carbonate, sucralose, titanium dioxide, wax, xylitol.

Nonmedicinal ingredients (extreme chill flavoured): acesulfame potassium, corn starch, flavour, gum base, hypromellose, magnesium oxide, menthol, peppermint oil, polysorbate, Quinoline Yellow E104 Aluminum Lake, sodium carbonate, sucralose, titanium dioxide, wax, xylitol.

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