Nicotine Polacrilex Lozenges, 2 mg (nicotine), Mint Flavor, part of a Nicotine Replacement Therapy, is a Stop Smoking Aid for those who are quitting smoking. Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) is designed to wean your body off cigarettes. It helps regulate, control and gradually reduce your body's nicotine cravings. Nicotine Polacrilex Lozenge, 2 mg (nicotine) is for those who smoke their first cigarette more than 30 minutes after waking up. Compare to Nicorette® Lozenge active ingredient. You've made the most important decision of all, to stop smoking. And by choosing Nicotine Polacrilex Lozenges to help you, you're starting on the right path. Now remember, using Nicotine Polacrilex Lozenges doesn't just mean taking a Nicotine Polacrilex Lozenge. It means setting and following a program like the one we suggest in the User's Guide. Your own success depends on your effort, your level of addiction to tobacco, and your commitment to following your program.

How To Use

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, 1 lozenge every 1 to 2 hours; Weeks 7 to 9, 1 lozenge every 2 to 4 hours; Weeks 10 to 12, 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 (about 20- 30 minutes). 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 (about 20-30 minutes); 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.

Ingredients

Active ingredient (in each lozenge): Nicotine polacrilex, 2 mg (nicotine). Inactive ingredients: aspartame, magnesium stearate, mannitol, natural peppermint flavor, potassium bicarbonate, sodium alginate, sodium carbonate, xanthan gum.