Berkley And Jensen Nicotine is a brand name for Nicotine. The medicine, its uses, side effects and dosage are the same regardless of brand.
Used for: Use • reduces withdrawal symptoms, including nicotine craving, associated with quitting smoking
Verbatim from this product's FDA label. Tap a section to expand.
Directions • if you are under 18 years of age, ask a doctor before use. No studies have been done to show if this product will work for you. • before using this product, read the enclosed User’s Guide for complete directions and other important information • begin using the lozenge on your quit day • if you smoke your first cigarette within 30 minutes of waking up, use 4 mg nicotine lozenge • if you smoke your first cigarette more than 30 minutes after waking up, use 2 mg nicotine lozenge according to the following 12 week schedule: Weeks 1 to 6 Weeks 7 to 9 Weeks 10 to 12 1 lozenge every 1 to 2 hours 1 lozenge every 2 to 4 hours 1 lozenge every 4 to 8 hours • nicotine lozenge is a medicine and must be used a certain way to get the best results • place the lozenge in your mouth and allow the lozenge to slowly dissolve.
Minimize swallowing. Do not chew or swallow lozenge. • you may feel a warm or tingling sensation • occasionally move the lozenge from one side of your mouth to the other until completely dissolved • do not eat or drink 15 minutes before using or while the lozenge is in your mouth • to improve your chances of quitting, use at least 9 lozenges per day for the first 6 weeks • do not use more than one lozenge at a time or continuously use one lozenge after another since this may cause you hiccups, heartburn, nausea or other side effects • do not use more than 5 lozenges in 6 hours.
Do not use more than 20 lozenges per day. • it is important to complete treatment. If you feel you need to use the lozenge for a longer period to keep from smoking, talk to your health care provider.
Stop use and ask a doctor if • mouth problems occur • persistent indigestion or severe sore throat occurs • irregular heartbeat or palpitations occur • you get symptoms of nicotine overdose such as nausea, vomiting, dizziness, diarrhea, weakness or rapid heartbeat • you have symptoms of an allergic reaction (such as difficulty breathing or rash)
Warnings
Not medical advice. Always read the patient information leaflet and follow your prescriber or pharmacist.
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