Nicorette Gum
Price £15.99
Expected Delivery: Tuesday
Treatment Information
Overview
Nicorette Gum is used to help individuals quit smoking by relieving cravings and withdrawal symptoms. This gum provides nicotine to the body, which passes through the mouth, and satsfies the urge to smoke. It also satisfies the need for oral fixation,and works as an alternative to cigarettes.
Directions
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2 mg Gum is recommended for light smokers. For those who take less than 20 cigarettes a day
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4 mg Gum is suitable for chain smokers. For those who smoke more than 20 cigarettes per day.
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Chew one piece of Nicorette Gum. Chew it till it shows a strong taste.
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Rest the gum between your cheek and gum.
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Let the nicotine absorb. Do not chew it continuously.
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Chew the gum again when the taste becomes dull.
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Continue this process for about 30 minutes.
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Chew one piece of Nicorette Gum when you feel you want to smoke, but do not eat more than 15 pieces in a single day.
Dosage:
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Weeks 1-6: Use 1 piece of gum every 1 to 2 hours. Chew at least 9 gums every day in the first 6 months.
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Weeks 7-9: Use 1 piece of gum every 2-4 hours.
- Weeks 10-12: Use 1 piece of gum every 4-8 hours. If you want to have good results, you should follow this routine.
If you have strong cravings, you can use a second piece within 1 hour.
Cautions
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Do not use Nicorette Gum if you have an allergy to nicotine or any of its ingredients.
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Take advice for use from a medical specialist if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
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If you are taking medications such as theophylline, clozapine, or ropinirol, seek medical advice before using this product.
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If you have heart disease, liver/kidney issues, stomach ulcers, or diabetes, ask your doctor before using Nicorette Gum.
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The gum contains sorbitol. Individuals with sugar intolerances should be cautious in use.
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Never exceed the recommended dosage.
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Keep Nicorette Gum out of reach of children.
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It is not suitable for children under 12 years old.
Side effects
Using Nicorette Gum may result in some side effects, especially if you are not used to too much nicotine. Some effects are related to nicotine and may be just like those experienced while you were smoking.
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Common side effects:
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Headache
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Sore throat
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Pain in jaw muscle
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Nausea
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Stomach problem
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Hiccups
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Less common side effects:
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Dizziness
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Vomiting
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Rare side effects:
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Allergic reactions, such as swelling of the mouth, lips, throat, or tongue, itching, skin rash, or mouth sores.
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Abnormal heartbeats (very rare).
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Effects of too much nicotine:
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Dizziness
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Nausea
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Headaches
- Hiccups (from swallowing too much nicotine)
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If you experience any of these or other side effects, seek help from a doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
Always read the patient information leaflet before starting your treatment. The patient information can be found here.
Ingredients
Ingredients include the following:
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2 mg Gum: Contains 2 mg of nicotine, chewing gum base, sorbitol, sodium carbonate, flavorings, polacrilin, glycerol, and talc.
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4 mg Gum: Contains 4 mg of nicotine, chewing gum base, sorbitol, flavorings, polacrilin, glycerol, talc, and quinoline yellow (E104).
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Both strengths contain butylated hydroxytoluene (E321) and are sugar-free.