Nicotinell

INDICATIONS

Nicotinell is used as an aid to stop smoking.

INSTRUCTIONS

You should use one lozenge whenever you have the urge to smoke. You should suck the lozenge for a few minutes until the flavour becomes strong and then rest it between the cheek and the gum. When the flavour fades you should suck the lozenge again and repeat the same process. The lozenge will dissolve completely after about 30 minutes.

DOSAGE

These lozenges are available in two strengths: 1mg and 2mg. You should use the 2mg lozenges if you smoke 30 or more cigarettes a day but you can use the 1mg lozenges if you find the 2mg ones too strong. If you smoke fewer than 20 cigarettes a day you should use the 1mg lozenges.is used as an aid to stop smoking.

INSTRUCTIONS

You should use one lozenge whenever you have the urge to smoke. You should suck the lozenge for a few minutes until the flavour becomes strong and then rest it between the cheek and the gum. When the flavour fades you should suck the lozenge again and repeat the same process. The lozenge will dissolve completely after about 30 minutes.

DOSAGE

These lozenges are available in two strengths: 1mg and 2mg. You should use the 2mg lozenges if you smoke 30 or more cigarettes a day but you can use the 1mg lozenges if you find the 2mg ones too strong.

STORAGE

Store this medication at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light. Keep away from children.

SAFETY INFORMATION

This medicine may not be suitable for everyone and some people must never take it. Consult a doctor before starting to take the medication.

Please consult your healthcare professional before taking this medicine if:
you are allergic or sensitive to or have had a reaction to any of the ingredients in the medicine
this medicine is for someone under 18 years of age
you are trying to stop smoking after having a heart attack or stroke
you have high blood pressure
you have cerebrovascular problems
you have circulation problems
you have heart problems
you have inflammation of the mouth, nose, or throat
you have diabetes
you have gastrointestinal problems such as oesophagitis, gastritis, or an ulcer
you have kidney problems
you have liver problems
you have phaeochromocytoma
you have thyroid problems
you have phenylketonuria
you have fructose intolerance
you are on a low sodium diet

Medicines interactions

Before taking this medicine consult your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines including vitamins, supplements and herbal or complementary preparations.

The following medicines may interact with this medicine:
theophylline
tacrine
olanzapine
clozapine
adenosine
caffeine
paracetamol
phenazone
phenylbutazone
pentazocine
lidocaine
benzodiazepines
warfarin
oestrogen
vitamin B12
propoxyphene
furosemide
propranolol
H2-antagonists
nifedipine
adrenergics or adrenergic blockers

If you are trying to become pregnant, are pregnant, or are breast-feeding, you should consult a doctor before taking this medicine.

SIDE EFFECTS

Possible side effects of Nicotinell:

hypersensitivity
angioedema
anaphylactic reactions
increased salivation
throat irritation
hiccups
indigestion or heartburn
nausea
faintness
headache
mouth ulcers
dizziness
flatulence
gastritis
dry mouth
sore or inflamed mouth
cold sores
oesophagitis
palpitations
heart problems
insomnia