Nicotine Replace 2mg Lozenges Peppermint Pack of 36

Your Partner in Quitting Smoking

Nicotine Replace 2mg Lozenges are a form of Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) that delivers a controlled dose of nicotine to your body. This helps to reduce the unpleasant withdrawal symptoms and cravings you experience when you stop smoking. The refreshing peppermint flavour also leaves your mouth feeling fresh.

How Nicotine Lozenges Work

When you suck on a Nicotine Replace 2mg Lozenge, nicotine is slowly released from the resin and absorbed through the lining of your mouth. This helps to calm cravings and provides relief, allowing you to focus on breaking free from smoking habits. They are a discreet and effective solution for those who prefer an oral form of NRT.

• Manage Cravings: Provides nicotine to help reduce the urge to smoke.
• Relieve Withdrawal: Eases common symptoms like irritability, restlessness, and difficulty concentrating.
• Flexible Dosing: Can be used as part of a structured quitting programme or to help cut down.
• Discreet & Convenient: Easy to use anytime, anywhere, with a refreshing peppermint taste.

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Directions for Use of Nicotine Replace 2mg Lozenges Peppermint Pack of 36

Always follow these instructions carefully. If you are unsure, speak to your doctor or pharmacist.

Adults aged 18 years and over

• It is best to stop smoking completely as soon as you are ready to stop smoking.
• Stopping smoking straightaway: Use one lozenge every 1-2 hours (maximum 15 a day) during weeks 1 to 6. From weeks 7 to 9, use one lozenge every 2-4 hours. From weeks 10 to 12, use one lozenge every 4-8 hours. Gradually reduce the number of lozenges you use.
• Cutting down on smoking before you stop: Use the lozenge instead of a cigarette when you feel a strong urge to smoke, to help manage cravings. This can help you gradually reduce the number of cigarettes you smoke each day.
• Once you have stopped smoking: Continue to use one lozenge when you feel an urge to smoke, gradually reducing the number of lozenges until you stop completely.

Important usage information:

• Do not use more than 15 lozenges per day.
• Do not chew or swallow the lozenge whole; it should be allowed to dissolve in the mouth over 20-30 minutes.
• Avoid eating or drinking while a lozenge is in your mouth.
• Start your first lozenge dose within 30 minutes after waking up.

Warnings and Precautions for Nicotine Replace 2mg Lozenges Peppermint Pack of 36

Please read this information carefully. If you have any concerns, consult your doctor or Weldricks pharmacist.

Do not take this medicine if you:

• Are allergic to nicotine or any of the other ingredients listed in this leaflet.
• Are a non-smoker or are under 12 years of age.
• You are pregnant or breastfeeding (see 'Pregnancy and breastfeeding' section below).

Please see your doctor or pharmacist before taking this medicine if you:

• You are in hospital because of a heart attack or severe heart rhythm disturbances or a stroke.
• Have heart or circulation problems including high blood pressure or unstable angina (episodes of chest discomfort that are usually predictable).
• Have high blood pressure.
• Have occlusive peripheral artery disease, which is a narrowing of the blood vessels outside of your heart.
• Suffer from phenylketonuria (as this product contains aspartame E951).
• Have had a tumour of the adrenal gland (phaeochromocytoma) or uncontrolled hyperthyroidism.
• Have a stomach ulcer (oesophagitis) or kidney/liver disease.
• Have diabetes (you should monitor your blood sugar levels more closely).

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Smoking when you are pregnant is harmful to your baby. If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, you should try to quit smoking without using nicotine replacement therapies. If you need help, speak to your healthcare professional. The nicotine from this medicine gets into breast milk and can affect your baby; if breastfeeding, it is best to stop smoking without NRT, but if you do need to use NRT, please consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Adults and young people aged 12 years

Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) is not suitable for children under 12. Children are more susceptible to the effects of nicotine, and it could cause severe toxicity, which can be fatal. For young people aged 12-18, NRT should only be used with the advice of a healthcare professional.

Possible side effects

Like all medicines, Nicotine Replace 2mg Lozenges Peppermint Pack of 36 can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. If you experience any of these, stop using the medicine and tell your doctor immediately.

Common side effects (may affect up to 1 in 10 people):

• Sore throat
• Mouth ulcers or dry mouth
• Difficulty swallowing
• Indigestion or heartburn
• Headache
• Nausea or hiccups

Uncommon side effects (may affect up to 1 in 100 people):

• Irregular heartbeat (palpitations)
• Sneezing, nasal congestion, catarrh, nose bleed
• Rash or itchy skin, irritation, hot flushes
• Stomach pain, toothache, jaw pain, thirst
• Increased saliva

If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard. By reporting side effects, you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.

How to store your medicine

Keep all medicines out of the reach and sight of children. Do not use this medicine after the expiry date shown on the pack. Do not store above 25°C and avoid moisture.

Ingredients of Nicotine Replace 2mg Lozenges Peppermint Pack of 36

Each lozenge contains 2mg of nicotine (as 13.33mg nicotine resinate).

Other ingredients include:

• Peppermint flavour
• Sodium bicarbonate
• Anhydrous sodium carbonate
• Aspartame (E951) (a source of phenylalanine)
• Magnesium stearate
• Xanthan gum
• Colloidal anhydrous silica
• Hypromellose
• Titanium dioxide (E171)
• Talc
• Carnauba wax
• Sucrose
• Liquid paraffin