Who can use?
This product is for use in adults over the age of 18 only.
How to use?
Nicotinell Mint Lozenge is available in two strengths: 1 and 2 mg. The appropriate dose will depend on your previous smoking habits. You should use the 2 mg Nicotinell Mint lozenge if: • you are a smoker with a strong or very strong nicotine dependency, • you have previously failed to stop smoking with the 1 mg lozenge, • your withdrawal symptoms remain so strong as to threaten relapse. Otherwise, 1 mg Nicotinell Mint lozenge should be used.
Suck one lozenge when you feel the urge to smoke. In general, one lozenge should be taken every one or two hours. Normally 8-12 lozenges per day are sufficient. If you still experience an urge to smoke, you can suck additional lozenges. Do not exceed 15 lozenges per day of the 2 mg strength (applies for both smoking cessation and smoking reduction).
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
It is not recommended to ingest any product which contains nicotine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Driving and using machines
There are no known risks while driving associated with this medication, however, it is important to remember that stopping smoking may causes changes in your behaviour.
Taking other medication
If you are currently using (or are planning to use) any other medication, please speak to your doctor before starting this treatment. Coffee, acidic drinks (e.g. fruit juice) and soft drinks may decrease the absorption of nicotine and should be avoided for 15 minutes before chewing Nicotinell.
Possible side effects
Headache, stomach trouble such as feeling sick (nausea) vomiting, flatulence or heartburn, hiccups, increased saliva production, cough and irritation of the throat.
KEEP ALL MEDICINES OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN.
READ THE PATIENT LEAFLET BEFORE TAKING THIS MEDICATION.