MedDataToolQuitine Mini Nicotine is a medication that helps reduce withdrawal symptoms and cravings when you are trying to quit smoking. It works by providing a small amount of nicotine to help ease your body's need for it. You start using the lozenge on your quit day, taking either a 2 mg or 4 mg lozenge depending on when you smoke your first cigarette in the morning, and you will use it regularly over a 12-week schedule, starting with one lozenge every 1 to 2 hours for the first six weeks. It's important to know that if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, you should only use this medication if your healthcare provider advises it. Additionally, if you are taking prescription medications for depression or asthma, you may need to talk to your doctor about adjusting your dose.
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Uses
- Reduces withdrawal symptoms.
- Reduces nicotine cravings.
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Dosage
Ask a doctor if under 18 years old.
Use on your quit day.
If you smoke after 30 minutes of waking, use 2 mg lozenge.
If you smoke within 30 minutes of waking, use 4 mg lozenge.
Follow a 12-week schedule: 1 lozenge every 1-2 hours for weeks 1-6, every 2-4 hours for weeks 7-9, and every 4-8 hours for weeks 10-12.
Always follow your doctor's specific instructions for your dose.
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Side effects
Common
Warm or tingling sensation in mouthHiccupsheartburnnauseaMouth problemsIrregular heartbeat or palpitationsSymptoms of nicotine overdose: nauseavomitingdizzinessdiarrheaweaknessrapid heartbeatrash
Serious
Persistent indigestion or severe sore throatAllergic reactions: difficulty breathing
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Warnings
⚠ Important warnings
- Consult a doctor if pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Smoking can harm your child.
- Ask a doctor if you have heart disease or high blood pressure.
- Consult if you have stomach ulcers or diabetes.
- Consult if you have a history of seizures.
- Ask a doctor if using non-nicotine stop smoking drugs or taking prescription medicine for depression or asthma.
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Drug interactions
- Non-nicotine stop smoking drugmay affect treatmentCaution
- Prescription medicine for depressionmay need dose adjustmentCaution
- Prescription medicine for asthmamay need dose adjustment.Caution
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Answers pulled from the FDA label only.
Medical Disclaimer: This content is provided for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before taking any medication.
Data Source: Publicly available drug labeling information from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Data Source: Publicly available drug labeling information from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).