How does it work?
Nicotinell® Lozenges provide a slow, controlled release of therapeutic nicotine to help you get through a craving. Being a discreet lozenge, they are a gum-alternative that can be had anywhere.
Which lozenge suits me?
Nicotinell® Nicotine Lozenges come in two different strengths:
Nicotinell® Lozenge 2 mg (Regular Strength)
Suitable for smokers who have their first cigarette of the day more than 30 minutes after waking up.
Nicotinell® Lozenge 4 mg (Extra Strength)
Suitable for smokers who have their first cigarette of the day within 30 minutes of waking up.
How do I use nicotine lozenges?
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Place one lozenge in your mouth.
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Move from one side of the mouth to the other periodically.
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Continue until fully dissolved. The lozenge should not be chewed, sucked or swallowed whole. Only have one lozenge at a time and no more than 15 per day.
As you get closer to victory, you will be able to reduce how often you have a lozenge
Week 1-6
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Have one lozenge every
1–2 hours
Adults should have at least 9 lozenges in total during this period.
Week 7-9
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Have one lozenge every
2–4 hours
Week 10-12
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Have one lozenge every
4–8 hours
To help you stay smoke free over the next 12 weeks, take 1 nicotine lozenge in situations where you are strongly tempted to smoke.