MedDataToolTopcare Nicotine is a gum that helps reduce withdrawal symptoms and cravings when you quit smoking. It works by providing a small amount of nicotine to your body, which can help ease the transition away from smoking. You should start using it on your quit day, chewing either a 2 mg piece if you smoke your first cigarette more than 30 minutes after waking up, or a 4 mg piece if you smoke within 30 minutes. For the first six weeks, it's recommended to chew one piece every 1 to 2 hours, using at least 9 pieces a day, but no more than 24 pieces in a day. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, you should only use this gum if your healthcare provider advises it, as smoking can harm your child, and the effects of nicotine replacement during this time are not fully known.
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Uses
- reduces withdrawal symptoms. reduces nicotine craving.
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Dosage
If under 18, ask a doctor before use.
Read the User’s Guide for complete directions.
Start using the gum on your quit day.
Use 2 mg gum if first cigarette is after 30 minutes of waking.
Use 4 mg gum if first cigarette is within 30 minutes of waking.
Weeks 1 to 6: 1 piece every 1 to 2 hours.
Weeks 7 to 9: 1 piece every 2 to 4 hours.
Weeks 10 to 12: 1 piece every 4 to 8 hours.
Chew slowly until it tingles, then park it between cheek and gum.
Do not eat or drink for 15 minutes before or while chewing.
Use at least 9 pieces per day for the first 6 weeks.
Do not use more than 24 pieces a day.
Complete treatment and talk to your doctor if you need to use it longer.
Always follow your doctor's specific instructions for your dose.
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Side effects
Common
Mouthteethor jaw problemsIrregular heartbeat or palpitationsNauseavomitingdizzinessdiarrheaweaknessrapid heartbeat
Serious
Allergic reactions like difficulty breathing or rash
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Warnings
⚠ Important warnings
- Use only on advice of a healthcare provider if pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Smoking can harm your child.
- Ask a doctor if you have a sodium-restricted diet.
- Ask a doctor if you have heart disease or high blood pressure.
- Ask a doctor if you have a stomach ulcer or diabetes.
- Ask a doctor if you have a history of seizures.
- Stop use and consult a doctor for serious side effects.
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Drug interactions
- Non-nicotine stop smoking drugmay need dose adjustmentCaution
- Prescription medicine for depressionmay need dose adjustmentCaution
- Prescription medicine for asthmamay need dose adjustment.Caution
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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).