Nicorette (Nicotine) Lozenges

Nicorette Lozenges Mint is a medicine used to quit smoking by reducing the craving for a cigarette and the irritable feeling that occurs when you stop smoking. It works by mimicking the effect of nicotine by binding to the nicotine receptors in the brain.

Nicorette Lozenges Mint can be used to help you stop smoking completely or cut down the amount you smoke. Stopping smoking is hard and you need to be ready and committed. But quitting is one of the most important things you can do to improve your health and live longer. This medicine should be taken as advised by the doctor as it can be habit-forming. In case you have missed any dose, take it as soon as you remember it. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment. However, before taking this medicine it is better to inform the doctor if you are suffering from any heart, liver, or kidney disease. You must not smoke while using this medicine as it can result in dangerous effects.

Many people use more than one type of nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) to improve their chances such as nose or mouth sprays which also contain nicotine. You are more likely to be successful if you also have counseling, join a support group and make some behavior changes such as avoiding situations you associate with smoking.

Some of the common side effects include nausea, insomnia, dizziness, flatulence, vomiting, stomatitis, abdominal pain, diarrhea, dry mouth, constipation, pharyngitis, cough, and pharyngolaryngeal. It may also cause headaches, you can take plenty of fluids the whole day to reduce this symptom. These effects are often mild and will wear off with time. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding you must consult the doctor before taking this medicine.

Uses Of Nicorette Lozenges

• Quitting smoking

Benefits Of Nicorette Lozenges

In Quitting smoking

Tobacco contains the substance nicotine which is extremely addictive. Nicorette Lozenges Mint is a form of nicotine replacement therapy (NRT). It contains nicotine but not the other toxic chemicals in tobacco smoke such as tar and carbon monoxide. It may be used to help you quit smoking and reduce the unpleasant withdrawal effects and cravings that often occur when you stop smoking. This medicine has worked very well for many years to help people stop smoking and is even more effective if you have other support such as counseling. This treatment may take several weeks to work so you need to continue until you have been successful. Quitting smoking is extremely hard and requires you to change your behaviors but it has a huge range of health benefits and dramatically improves your quality of life.

Side Effects Of Nicorette Lozenges

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common Side Effects Of Nicorette

• Nausea

• Vomiting

• Hiccup

• Dryness in mouth

• Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)

• Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)

How To Use Nicorette Lozenges

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not handle the tablets with wet hands. Place it in your mouth and allow it to dissolve slowly. Do not chew or swallow. It may take sometime to dissolve. Nicorette Lozenges Mint may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Nicorette Lozenges Works

Nicotine works by binding to nicotine receptors in the brain during abstinence from smoking. This helps to reduce craving and withdrawal symptoms.