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Nicotine gum

(nick-oh-teen)

common brand names: Nicorette

Equate Nicotine Gum Usage: this drug is used as temporary aid to stop smoking.

How to use Equate Nicotine Gum: You should stop smoking completely before using it med. Chew piece of gum when you feel the urge to smoke. Chew gum very slowly for 30 minutes to release all of nicotine. most person use about 10 to 12 pieces of gum per day during 1st month about therapy. do not chew more than 30 pieces of gum day. You will use less gum as the urge to smoke decreases. During the 1st month, the risk of smoking again is the highest. Follow smoking cessation program & continue to use this gum as directed. do not smoke while using it gum.

Equate Nicotine Gum side effects: Because this gum contains nicotine, it has peppery-like taste. it may cause a tingling sensation when chewed. During first several days of using this drug, you may experience mouth sores, jaw muscle aches, increased saliva production, indigestion, or headache. These effects should disappear as use of gum is continued. Chewing gum too fast may cause lightheadedness, dizziness, hiccups, nausea, vomiting or insomnia. If these effects occur, chew gum more slowly. Notify you're doctor if you develop symptoms of too much nicotine in your body: cold sweats, fainting, confusion, pounding heart. in unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to it drug, seek immeditial medical attention. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice another effects not listed above, contact some your healthcare professional or pharmacist.

Equate Nicotine Gum Precautions: Before using it medication, tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: heart disease, diabetes, chest pain (angina), jaw/chewing problems, any allergies (including drug allergies). Nicotine gum must not be used during pregnancy. If you become pregnant or think you may be pregnant, inform your healthcare professional immediately. Nicotine is excreted at to breast milk & may affect nursing infant. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Equate Nicotine Gum drug interactions: Inform your doctor of all medicines you use (both prescription and nonprescription), especially if you use: insulin, beta-blockers (propranolol or Inderal-like drugs), propoxyphene (Darvon) for pain, xanthine drugs used for asthma (theophylline like). do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

Equate Nicotine Gum Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include nausea; vomiting; excessive saliva; stomach pain; sweating; headache; dizziness; confusion; weakness; fainting; difficulty breathing; seizures; rapid, weak, or irregular heartbeat; blurred vision; diarrhea; & hearing problems.

Equate Nicotine Gum special notes: Because this is not ordinary chewing gum, keep it out of reach of children & do not share with others.

If you missed Equate Nicotine Gum dose: If you miss a dose, do not double the next. Resume your regular schedule.

Equate Nicotine Gum Storage: Store at room temperature away from moisture & sunlight. don't store in the bathroom.

Active Ingredients : Nicotine