Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) helps to relieve withdrawal symptoms and cravings associated with stopping the intake of nicotine. NRT is available as patches, gum, lozenges, inhalers, and/or quickmist. Nicotinell Lozenges are used for relief of nicotine withdrawal symptoms and cravings and comes in two different strengths – 1mg and 2mg.

• Nicotinell 1mg Lozenges are for smokers who smoke 20 cigarettes or less a day.

• Nicotinell 1mg or 2mg Lozenges are for moderate smokers who smoke between 20-30 cigarettes per day

• Nicotinell 2mg Lozenges are for heavy smokers who smoke more than 30 cigarettes a day.

• Sufficient lozenges should be used each day, usually 8-12, up to a maximum of 15.

• Combination of NRTs can be used to help with cravings and the inhaler can be used in combination with NRT patches for the treatment of nicotine dependence.

• Continue use for up to six weeks to break the habit of smoking, then gradually reduce lozenge use. When daily use is 1-2 lozenges, use should be stopped.

• Nicotinell Lozenges are available in 24 and big value 96 packs.

• Suck the nicotine lozenge until you start tasting a strong flavour of nicotine.

• Let the lozenge rest between your cheek and gums until the taste begins to fade.

• Start sucking again.

• Repeat for about 30 minutes until the lozenge is dissolved completely.

• Remember, taking breaks between sucking is essential. If more nicotine is released than your mouth is able to absorb, you will end up swallowing it and not feeling the effects.

• If you feel an itchy sensation in your throat, burning in your stomach or experience hiccups or gas, then you should take longer breaks.

• Continue use for up to 6 weeks while reducing the number of lozenges per day. Once daily use is 1-2 lozenges a day, try to stop using them altogether.

• If you are having difficulty discontinuing using lozenges or you are unable to reduce your cigarette consumption after 6 weeks, consult a health care professional.

Warnings Do not use during pregnancy or while breastfeeding unless advised to do so by your doctor.

Very common side-effects (may affect more than 1 in 10 people). Headache, feeling sick (nausea), hiccups, cough and irritation of the throat.

Common side effects (may affect up to 1 in 100 people). Allergic reaction, vomiting, diarrhoea, burning sensation in the mouth, taste disturbance or loss of taste, pins and needles, dry mouth, indigestion or excessive gas or wind, increased salivation, sore and inflamed mouth, tiredness (fatigue), stomach pain.