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About Smoke Free 4 Chewing Gums

NICOTINE belongs to a group of medication called 'nicotine replacement therapy (NRT)' used to reduce the craving for smoking and tobacco use. Nicotine is a chemical present in tobacco that causes addiction. Taking nicotine through smoking or chewing tobacco for a prolonged period causes nicotine addiction that increases the risk of various medical problems like heart disease, lung disease and cancer.

NICOTINE contains Nicotine that acts as a smoking cessation aid. It helps in quitting nicotine (tobacco) use by slowly adjusting the body to have less craving to use nicotine. As a result, over a period of time, a person does not crave nicotine anymore.

Uses of Smoke Free 4 Chewing Gums

Nicotine replacement therapy (NRT)

Medicinal Benefits of Smoke Free 4 Chewing Gums

NICOTINE is a Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) agent used to quit smoking or chewing tobacco habit. Nicotine replacement therapy is a WHO-approved program that helps to quit smoking within just 12 weeks. NRT is a part of a 'total stop-smoking program' that includes counselling, support, and behaviour change. NICOTINE works by adjusting the body to take less nicotine until a person does not crave nicotine. NICOTINE provides a small dose of nicotine without providing harmful elements like tar, carbon mono oxide present in tobacco products.

Directions for Use

Start taking NICOTINE from the same day you quit taking nicotine (chewing or inhaling tobacco in the form of cigarettes). NICOTINE is available in different forms that include gums, inhaler, nasal spray, lozenges, and patches. Gums: These gums should be chewed slowly, unlike regular gums, to get the most nicotine out of them. Chew at least after 15 minutes of eating or drinking. Try to chew until you get the peppery taste of nicotine. Then let the gum rest for some time. When you feel that there is no taste in gum, then chew it again. You need to chew it for half an hour until the taste completely fades. Lozenges: These are candy-like tablets similar to throat lozenges, especially for persons who do not prefer to chew gums. Keep the lozenge in the mouth and let it dissolve for 20-30 minutes. Do not swallow or chew lozenges. In this way, nicotine gets absorbed into the bloodstream and helps to manage "nicotine craving". Transdermal skin patch: It needs to be applied on a clean, dry, non-hairy area of the skin, such as the upper arm. An individual should remove the patch from the package, peel off the protective strip, and should apply it immediately on the skin. Then, gently press for 10 to 20 seconds and check that the skin patch remains in place. Nasal spray: Insert the tip of the bottle into a nostril while closing the other nostril and spray NICOTINE towards the back of your nose. Keep your head straight and breathe gently. Repeat the same process for another nostril. Inhaler: Use NICOTINE inhaler as advised by your doctor.

Side Effects of Smoke Free 4 Chewing Gums

• Dizziness
• Headache
• Throat irritation
• Hiccups
• Dry mouth
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Stomach pain
• Itchy skin

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to NICOTINE or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you have cardiovascular disease, pheochromocytoma, diabetes, hyperthyroidism, peptic ulcer or liver disease, inform your doctor before taking NICOTINE. Avoid taking NICOTINE if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, and consult a doctor. NICOTINE is not recommended for children below 18 years. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking NICOTINE as it may enhance the craving associated with alcohol use and may also reduce the effectiveness of nicotine gum. You are recommended to avoid using too many gums as it may cause adverse effects such as vomiting, nausea, stomach pain, dizziness, weakness, headache, diarrhoea, hearing disturbance or increased salivation.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

NICOTINE may interact with bronchodilators (theophylline), antipsychotics (clozapine, olanzapine), drugs for Alzheimer’s disease (tacrine), antiparkinson agent (ropinirole) and antidiabetic drug (insulin).

Drug-Disease Interaction:

If you have cardiovascular disease, pheochromocytoma, diabetes, hyperthyroidism, peptic ulcer, kidney or liver problems, inform your doctor before taking NICOTINE.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

Taking NICOTINE immediately before drinking alcohol will enhance the craving associated with alcohol use and may also reduce the effectiveness of nicotine gum. Thus, a person should not consume alcohol while taking NICOTINE.

PREGNANCY

NICOTINE is a pregnancy category D medicine. A pregnant woman who smokes should avoid using a NICOTINE patch, which provides a continuous amount of nicotine through the skin. However, smoking or chewing tobacco can cause low birth weight, miscarriage, or stillbirth, so it is better to avoid nicotine or use nicotine replacement therapy. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant before using NICOTINE.

BREAST FEEDING

NICOTINE may be excreted in human milk. Please consult a doctor before using NICOTINE if you are a breastfeeding mother.

DRIVING

NICOTINE usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

LIVER

Take NICOTINE with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

KIDNEY

Take NICOTINE with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.