Nicoretteicy 2 mg - smoking aid - 20 tablets

Product Description

Lozenges to help you quit smoking.

Indications

Nicoretteicy 2 mg lozenges are useful for the treatment of tobacco dependence by relieving nicotine withdrawal symptoms and cravings in smokers aged 18 years and older. The ultimate goal is permanent cessation of tobacco use.

The lozenges should preferably be used in conjunction with a behavioral support program.

Nicoretteicy 2 mg lozenges are suitable for smokers who have a low nicotine dependence, for example those who smoke the first cigarette of the day later. 30 minutes after waking up or who smoke less than 20 cigarettes a day.

Composition

Each lozenge contains:

• 2 mg nicotine (in the form of nicotine resinate).

• Excipients: Lozenge core: Mannitol (E421) Xanthan gum Winterfresh RDE4–149 Spray died (Gum arabic (E414) peppermint, menthol and eucalyptol flavours) Sodium carbonate anhydrous (E500)(i) Sucralose (E955) Acesulfame potassium (E950) Magnesium stearate (E470b) Coating: Hypromellose (E464) Winterfresh RDE4–149 (peppermint, menthol and eucalyptol flavours) Titanium Dioxide (E171) Sucralose (E955) Sepifilm Gloss (Hypromellose (E464), Microcrystalline Cellulose (E460), Aluminium – Potassium Silicate (E555), Titanium Dioxide (E171)) Acesulfame Potassium (E950) Polysorbate 80 (E433)

Dosage and Method of Use

The dose of lozenges to be administered will depend on the individual's smoking habits.

Place one lozenge in the mouth and allow it to dissolve. Move the lozenge from one side of the mouth to the other from time to time until it is completely dissolved (approximately 16–19 minutes). Do not chew or swallow the lozenge whole.

Do not take or swallow the lozenge whole. Do not consume food or drinks at the same time as the lozenge. Liquids that lower oral pH, such as coffee, fruit juices, and carbonated drinks, can reduce the absorption of nicotine in the mouth. To achieve optimal nicotine absorption, do not consume such liquids within 15 minutes of taking the lozenge.

Patients must commit to stopping smoking completely while taking Nicoretteicy Lozenges.

Lozenges should be used whenever the craving occurs. Take a sufficient number of lozenges each day; most smokers typically need 8–12 lozenges, with a maximum of 15. The duration of treatment varies from person to person, but a maximum of 6 weeks of treatment is recommended to quit smoking.

The nicotine dose should be gradually reduced by decreasing the total number of lozenges taken per day. When daily consumption is less than 1–2 lozenges, discontinue treatment. Take one lozenge each time you feel the urge to smoke to maintain complete abstinence from smoking. Keep any remaining lozenges for use in case of a sudden craving. If you take the lozenges for more than 6 months, it is advisable to consult a doctor for further support and assistance.

Warnings

The lozenges should not be used for more than 6 months. If users still feel the need for treatment, consult a doctor. Advice and support from behavioral therapy will improve the success rate.

Nicorette Icy 2 mg lozenges are not recommended for use in individuals under 18 years of age.

• • Children under 18 years of age. Non-smokers

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to nicotine or to any of the excipients of the lozenge.

Interactions

Cessation of smoking, with or without nicotine replacement, may alter the response to the concomitant medication in former smokers. It is possible that a dose adjustment of these drugs may be necessary, and for drugs with a narrow therapeutic margin, such as theophylline, smoking cessation must be accompanied by rigorous clinical and laboratory monitoring; the patient must also be informed of the risks of overdose.

Upon cessation of smoking, a dose adjustment of some medications may be necessary. It is therefore advisable to seek advice from your doctor in these cases.

Side effects

Nicotine replacement therapy may cause serious side effects. cause side effects similar to those associated with nicotine administered in other ways, including smoking. These may be attributed to the pharmacological effects of nicotine, some of which are dose-dependent.

Excessive consumption of Nicoretteicy 2 mg lozenges by people who are not used to inhaling tobacco smoke may result in nausea, weakness, or headache. Some symptoms that have been reported, such as depression, irritability, anxiety, increased appetite, and insomnia, may be related to withdrawal symptoms associated with smoking cessation.

People who stop habitual tobacco use by any means may experience a nicotine-associated withdrawal syndrome that includes at least four of the following symptoms: dysphoria or low mood; insomnia; irritability; frustration or anger; anxiety; difficulty concentrating; restlessness or impatience; decreased heart rate; and increased appetite or weight gain. Nicotine craving and urge to smoke are also recognized as clinically relevant symptoms and an important additional element in nicotine withdrawal after smoking cessation.

Format

20 lozenges.