1 mg lozenge
nicotine<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Nicotinell Mint belongs to a group of medicines that are used to make it easier for you to quit smoking.\u00a0Nicotinell Mint lozenge contains the active substance nicotine, one of the substances found in tobacco.\u00a0When you suck on the tablet, nicotine is slowly released and absorbed by the lining of the oral cavity.\u00a0This medicine is used to help you quit smoking.\u00a0The nicotine in Nicotinell Mint lozenges relieves symptoms of nicotine withdrawal and smoking cessation when you stop smoking completely or temporarily reduce smoking to facilitate smoking cessation.\u00a0Nicotinell Mint relieves withdrawal symptoms and smoking cravings and prevents relapses to smoking in smokers who are motivated to quit smoking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Advice and support usually improve the chances of success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Nicotinell Mint lozenge is intended for smokers who are 18 years or older.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using Nicotinell Mint lozenge if you have any<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Children and young people<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Nicotinell Mint should not<\/strong> be used by young people aged 12-17 without a prescription from a healthcare professional. Nicotine doses tolerated by adults can cause severe poisoning in young children and can lead to death. That is why it is important to always keep Nicotinell Mint lozenges out of the reach and sight of children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nicotinell Mint must not be used by children under 12 years of age.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you stop smoking while taking other medicines, your doctor may want to adjust your\u00a0dose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It is not known that Nicotinell Mint lozenges would affect or be affected by taking other medicines. In addition to nicotine, other substances in cigarettes can affect certain medications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Quitting smoking can affect the way some medicines work, for example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Coffee, acidic beverages, and soft drinks can reduce nicotine uptake and should therefore be avoided 15 minutes before using Nicotinell Mint lozenges.\u00a0Do not eat or drink while you have a lozenge in your mouth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Pregnancy<\/p>\n\n\n\n It is very important to stop smoking during pregnancy as it can result in the poor growth of your baby.\u00a0It can also lead to premature birth and even stillbirth.\u00a0It is best if you can stop smoking completely without the use of drugs that contain nicotine.\u00a0If you are unable to do this, use Nicotinell Mint only after consultation with your healthcare provider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Breast-feeding<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nicotinell Mint should be avoided during breastfeeding as nicotine passes into breast milk and may affect your baby.\u00a0If healthcare professionals recommend using Nicotinell Mint during breastfeeding, the lozenge should be taken immediately after or no later than two hours before breastfeeding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Fertility<\/p>\n\n\n\n Smoking increases the risk of infertility in women and men. The effects of nicotine on fertility are not known<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nicotinell Mint lozenge has no known effect on the ability to drive or use machines when using Nicotinell Mint according to the dosing instructions.\u00a0Remember that smoking cessation can affect behavior.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nicotinell Mint 1 mg lozenges contain aspartame, maltitol and sodium .<\/p>\n\n\n\n This medicine contains 10 mg of aspartame per lozenge. Aspartame is a source of phenylalanine. It can be harmful if you have phenylketonuria (PKU), a rare, inherited disease that leads to the accumulation of high levels of phenylalanine in your body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nicotinell Mint 1 mg lozenges contain maltitol (E965), a fruit source<\/p>\n\n\n\n The caloric value of maltitol is 2.3 kcal \/ g.\u00a0The ingredients in the Nicotinell Mint lozenge are suitable for diabetics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This medicine contains less than 1 mmol (23 mg) sodium per lozenge, ie essentially ‘sodium-free’.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Always use this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet or as your doctor or pharmacist has told you.\u00a0Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nicotinell Mint lozenge is available in two strengths: 1 and 2 mg<\/p>\n\n\n\n It is not recommended for smokers with strong or very strong nicotine addiction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nicotinell Mint 1 mg lozenges can be used alone (a)<\/em> or in combination with Nicotinell transdermal patches ( <\/em>b).<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Adults over 18 years<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n (a)<\/em> Treatment with Nicotinell Mint lozenge only<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Nicotinell Mint 1 mg lozenge is recommended for smokers with mild to moderate nicotine dependence, it is not recommended for smokers with strong to very strong nicotine dependence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you experience side effects after starting a high dose (2 mg lozenge), you should use a lower dose (1 mg lozenge).<\/p>\n\n\n\n Dosage for adults over 18 years:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Suck on a lozenge when you feel the need to smoke.\u00a0At the beginning of the treatment, 1 lozenge can be taken every two hours.\u00a0In most cases, 8-12 lozenges per day are enough.\u00a0If you still feel a craving for a smoke, you can take additional lozenges.\u00a0The largest daily dose is 24 lozenges with 1 mg (applies to both smoking cessation and smoke reduction).\u00a0Do not use more than 1 lozenge per hour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nicotinell Mint lozenges should mainly be used for smoking cessation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Smoking cessation<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n To improve your chances of quitting smoking, you should completely refrain from smoking when you start using the lozenges and throughout the treatment period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The treatment is individual but usually, it should last for at least 3 months.\u00a0Thereafter, the number of lozenges per day is gradually reduced.\u00a0Treatment should be discontinued when the\u00a0dose\u00a0is reduced to 1-2 lozenges per day.\u00a0A treatment period longer than 6 months is not normally recommended, but some former smokers may need lozenge treatment for a longer time in order not to return to smoking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you are still using nicotine lozenges after more than nine months, consult your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Counseling increases the chances of succeeding in quitting smoking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Smoke reduction<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Nicotinell Mint lozenge is used between smoking periods to prolong the smoke-free intervals to reduce smoking as much as possible.\u00a0The number of cigarettes will be gradually replaced by Nicotinell Mint lozenge.\u00a0If you have not been able to reduce the daily number of cigarettes to at least half after 6 weeks, seek professional help.\u00a0You should try to stop smoking as soon as you feel motivated, but not later than 4 months after you started using Nicotinell Mint lozenge.\u00a0Thereafter, the number of lozenges used should be gradually reduced, for example by reducing with one lozenge every two to five days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you have not been able to make a serious attempt to quit smoking within 6 months, seek professional help. Regular use of Nicotinell Mint lozenge for longer than 6 months is usually not recommended. Some former smokers may need a longer treatment period with lozenges to avoid relapse. Counseling can increase the chances of successfully quitting smoking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Instructions for use:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Do not swallow the lozenge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Avoid drinking coffee, sour drinks, or soft drinks for 15 minutes before you start sucking on the lozenge, as these can reduce the absorption of nicotine.\u00a0Do not eat or drink while you have a lozenge in your mouth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n (b)<\/em><\/strong> Nicotinell Mint 1 mg lozenges in combination with Nicotinell transdermal patches<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Smoking cessation<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n If you have failed treatment with Nicotinell Mint lozenges alone, you can use Nicotinell transdermal patches with Nicotinell Mint 1mg lozenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n NOTE: Read the package leaflet for Nicotinell transdermal patch before use.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n You should completely stop smoking when you start treatment with lozenges in combination with Nicotinell transdermal patches and do not smoke during the entire treatment period. This is to improve your chances of quitting smoking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The use of Nicotinell patch together with Nicotinell 1 mg lozenge is recommended for smokers with a moderate to very strong dependence, ie. over 20 cigarettes per day. It is highly recommended that the combination treatment be used together with advice and support from healthcare professionals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The combination treatment should only be used for smoking cessation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Initial combination treatment:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Start treatment with a Nicotinell 21 mg \/ 24-hour\u00a0transdermal patch\u00a0in combination with Nicotinell Mint 1 mg lozenges.\u00a0Use at least 4 lozenges (1 mg) per day.\u00a0In most cases, 5-6 lozenges are a sufficient amount.\u00a0Do not use more than 15 lozenges per day.\u00a0The duration of treatment is usually 6-12 weeks.\u00a0Then gradually reduce the nicotine dose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Apply the transdermal patch to a clean, dry, hair-free, and undamaged skin area on the torso, arms or hips and press the patch against the skin for 10-20 seconds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Vary the placement of the patch between different application sites to reduce skin irritation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Wash your hands thoroughly after applying the transdermal patch to prevent the eyes from being irritated by the nicotine from your fingers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Reduce nicotine dose after 6-12 weeks of treatment:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Dose one can be reduced in 2 ways.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Option 1: Use lower strength (14 mg \/ 24 hours patch ) of Nicotinell transdermal patch for 3-6 weeks and then strength 7 mg \/ 24 hours for 3-6 weeks with the starting dose of Nicotinell Mint 1 mg lozenges. Then gradually reduce the number of Nicotinell Mint lozenges. Treatment time with Nicotinell Mint lozenges longer than 6 months is not normally recommended. Some former smokers may need longer treatment with lozenges to avoid starting smoking again, but the total time for treatment should not exceed 9 months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Option 2:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Stop using the prolonged-release patches and gradually reduce the number of 1 mg lozenges.\u00a0Treatment with Nicotinell Mint lozenges longer than 6 months is not recommended.\u00a0Some former smokers may need longer treatment with lozenges to avoid starting smoking again, but the total time for treatment should not exceed 9 months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you are still taking lozenges and transdermal patches after 9 months, consult your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When you use too many lozenges, you can get the same symptoms as if you smoke too much. Symptoms of overdose include weakness, pale skin, sweating, increased salivation, burning sensation in the throat, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, visual and hearing disorders, headache, palpitations or other heart rhythm disturbances, shortness of breath, dizziness, tremors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In case of large overdose, these symptoms may be followed by fatigue, low\u00a0blood pressure, circulatory collapse,\u00a0coma, difficulty breathing, and seizures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you have ingested too much medicine or if, for example, a child has accidentally ingested the medicine, contact a doctor or hospital for risk assessment and advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Contact a doctor immediately if a child is suspected of being poisoned. Even small amounts of nicotine are dangerous and potentially life-threatening for children and can cause serious symptoms or death.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you forget to use Nicotinell Mint<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Do not take a double\u00a0dose\u00a0to make up for a forgotten\u00a0dose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Like all medicines, this medicine can cause\u00a0side effects, although not everybody gets them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Symptoms that may appear during the first few days are dizziness, headache and difficulty sleeping.\u00a0These can be withdrawal symptoms associated with quitting smoking and can be caused by not adding enough nicotine.\u00a0Other possible withdrawal symptoms during smoking cessation may be insomnia, cough, weakness, fatigue, general malaise, and\u00a0flu-like symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Stop taking Nicotinell Mint and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following symptoms of a severe allergic reaction ( angioedema or anaphylactic reaction ):<\/p>\n\n\n\n Very common<\/strong> (may affect more than 1 user in 10)<\/p>\n\n\n\n Common<\/strong> (may affect up to 1 in 10 people)<\/p>\n\n\n\n Uncommon<\/strong> (may affect up to 1 in 100 people)<\/p>\n\n\n\n Cold sores can occur when trying to quit smoking, but the connection with nicotine treatment is unclear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton (EXP). The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Do not store above 25 \u00b0 C.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Store in the original package.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nicotinell Mint is a white, round, biconvex lozenge with mint flavor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nicotinell Mint lozenges are available in two strengths: 1 mg and 2 mg. This leaflet applies to Nicotinell Mint 1 mg lozenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The blister cards are packed in cartons containing 12, 36, 72, 96, 144, 192 resp. 204 lozenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Jars packed in cartons containing 24, 72, 96 resp.\u00a0144 lozenges.\u00a0Each jar contains 24 lozenges.\u00a0Packages contain 1, 3, 4, or 6 cans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Not all pack sizes may be marketed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Marketing Authorisation Holder<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare ApS, PO Box 61, 2610 R\u00f8dovre, Denmark.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Manufacturer<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare ApS, Delta Park 37, 2665 GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare SA, Apollo Site – Avenue Pascal 2-4-6<\/p>\n\n\n\n 1300 Wavre, Belgium<\/p>\n\n\n\n GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare GmbH & Co. KG, Barthstra\u00dfe 4, 80339 Munich, Germany<\/p>\n\n\n\n Contact the representative of the marketing authorization holder to find out more about this medicine:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Tel: 020-100579<\/p>\n\n\n\n Email: scanda.consumer-relations@gsk.com<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Nicotinell Mint belongs to a group of medicines that are used to make it easier for you to quit smoking. Nicotinell Mint lozenge contains the active substance nicotine, one of the substances found in tobacco. When you suck on the tablet, nicotine is slowly released and absorbed by the lining of the oral cavity. This medicine is used to help you quit smoking. The nicotine in Nicotinell Mint lozenges relieves symptoms of nicotine withdrawal and smoking cessation when you stop smoking completely or temporarily reduces smoking to facilitate smoking cessation. 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Taking Nicotinell Mint lozenges with food and drink<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Pregnancy and breastfeeding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Driving and using machines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Important information about some of the ingredients of Nicotinell Mint lozenges<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
HOW TO USE NICOTINAL MINT SUFFERING TABLETS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
<\/th> Weak to moderate nicotine dependence<\/th> Moderate to strong nicotine dependence<\/th> Strong to very strong nicotine addiction<\/th><\/tr><\/thead> <\/td> Less than 20 cigarettes\/day<\/td> Between 20-30 cigarettes \/ day<\/td> More than 30 cigarettes\/day<\/td><\/tr> Treatment with Nicotinell Mint lozenge only<\/td> 1 mg lozenge is preferred<\/td> Low (1 mg lozenge) or high (2 mg lozenge) dose depending on the user’s taste.<\/td> 2 mg lozenge is preferred<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n Treatment period<\/strong><\/th> Depot patches<\/strong><\/th> Lozenge 1 mg<\/strong><\/th><\/tr> Initial treatment (then you switch to option 1 or option 2)<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead> The first 6-12 weeks<\/td> 1 patch 21 mg \/ 24 hours<\/td> If necessary. Recommended amount: 5-6 lozenges per day<\/td><\/tr> Reduce the nicotine dose – Option 1<\/strong><\/td><\/tr> The following 3-6 weeks<\/td> 1 patch 14 mg \/ 24 hours<\/td> Continue to use lozenges if necessary<\/td><\/tr> The following 3-6 weeks<\/td> 1 patch 7 mg \/ 24 hours<\/td> Continue to use lozenges if necessary<\/td><\/tr> Up to a total of 9 months<\/td> –<\/td> Gradually reduce the number of lozenges<\/td><\/tr> Reduce <\/strong>the nicotine dose – Option 2<\/strong><\/td><\/tr> Up to a total of 9 months<\/td> –<\/td> Continue to gradually reduce the number of lozenges<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n If you use more Nicotinell Mint lozenges than you should <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Rare<\/strong> (may affect 1 in 1000 users)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
No known frequency<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\nHOW TO STORE NICOTINELL MINT SUCTION TABLETS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
FURTHER INFORMATION<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Content declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What the medicine looks like and contents of the pack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Marketing Authorization Holder and Manufacturer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Vallensb\u00e6k Strand, Denmark.<\/p>\n\n\n\n