INTRODUCTION:

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Nicogum freshmint Chew gum is used for smoking cessation therapy. It contains Nicotine Polacrilex, which belongs to a group of medicines called nicotine replacement therapy (NRT). It acts to substitute the nicotine that you normally get from cigarettes and can help you stop smoking.

nThe nicotine in tobacco is an important part of cigarette addiction. When you stop smoking, your nicotine levels drop quickly. This drop can cause withdrawal symptoms such as craving tobacco, nervousness, irritability, headache, weight gain, and difficulty concentrating. Nicogum freshmint Tablet reduces withdrawal symptoms including nicotine craving associated with quitting smoking/chewed tobacco and gutka containing tobacco.
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nThe chewing gums should be used whenever there is an urge to smoke. Continue use for up to three months to break the habit of smoking, and then gradually reduce the gum use. The smoker should stop smoking completely when he/she begins using the gum. In smokers currently unable or not ready to stop smoking abruptly, the gum may also be used as part of a programme to reduce smoking prior to stopping completely.
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nAfter 3 months, the user should gradually cut down the number of pieces chewed each day until they have stopped using the product. Treatment should be discontinued when dose has been reduced to 1-2 pieces of gum per day.
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KEY COMPOSITION OF NICOGUM FRESHMINT CHEW GUM:

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Nicotine Polacrilex

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THERAPEUTIC USES OF NICOGUM FRESHMINT CHEW GUM:

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Smoking cessation

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SIDE EFFECTS OF NICOGUM FRESHMINT CHEW GUM:

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Nicogum freshmint Chew gum may cause certain side effects like mouth or throat irritation, skin irritation, nausea/vomiting, headache, heart palpitations, taste disturbances or jaw-muscle aches, although not everybody gets them. Check with your health care professional if you notice any unusual effects while you are taking it.

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THROAT/MOUTH IRRITATION:

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Avoid intake of spicy food. Drink lot of fluids or water. Ask your doctor to recommend any oral pain relief gel.

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NAUSEA/VOMITING:

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Try taking this tablet with, or just after, a meal or snack. Stick to simple meals and do not eat rich or spicy food. If you’re being sick, try small frequent sips of water to avoid dehydration.

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HEADACHES:

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Make sure you rest and drink plenty of fluids. Do not drink too much alcohol. Ask your doctor to recommend a painkiller.

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SAFETY ADVICE:

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Chew the gum slowly until there is a nicotine taste.
nOnce you feel the nicotine taste, keep the gum in between the cheek and your teeth.
nNicotine is released from the gum which gets absorbed through the cheek.
nChew the gum again when the taste fades.
nIf you experience strong or frequent cravings, you may use a second Nicogum freshmint Chew gum within the hour. However, do not use more than 24 gums per day if you are using Nicogum 2 mg chewing gum and 15 gums per day if you are using Nicogum 4 mg chewing gum.
nAvoid acidic beverages,15 minutes prior to chewing the gum.
nAfter 3 months, the user should gradually cut down the number of pieces chewed each day until they have stopped using the product. Treatment should be discontinued when dose has been reduced to 1-2 pieces of gum per day.
nDo not use this, if you are allergic to nicotine Polacrilex or any other ingredients of this medicine.
nIt should be used with caution in patients suffering from active heart diseases, kidney disease, liver disease, high blood pressure, stomach ulcer, diabetes, Phaeochromocytoma (tumour of adrenal glands) or uncontrolled hyperthyroidism.
nThis chew gum should be used with caution in patients taking non-nicotine stop-smoking drug.
nNicogum freshmint Chew gum should be used with caution in pregnant or breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before taking.

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INTERACTIONS:

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Talk to your doctor if you are taking,

nmedicines to treat depression
nmedicines to treat asthma (phenylephrine, isoproterenol)
nmedicines used to treat high blood pressure (e.g. prazosin, labetalol)
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MORE INFORMATION:

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Keep out of site and reach of children
nStore at room temperature away from light and moisture

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FAQ’s ABOUT NICOGUM FRESHMINT CHEW GUM:

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Q: Can Nicogum freshmint Chew gum be given to pregnant women?
nA: Nicogum freshmint Chew gum should be used with caution in pregnant or breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before taking.

nQ: Can we swallow Nicogum freshmint Chew gum?
nA: No! Please don?t swallow Nicogum freshmint Chew gum. Chew the gum until the taste fades and spit it out in a tissue paper and dispose them.
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nQ: Can adolescents use Nicogum freshmint Chew gum?
nA: Nicogum freshmint Chew gum should be used with caution in adolescents. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor will recommend the correct dose and duration of treatment.