{"product_id":"nicotinell-gum","title":"Nicotinell Nicotine Gum","description":"\u003cp\u003eNicotinell Tropical Fruit belongs to a group of medicines which are used to help you stop smoking.\u003cbr\u003eNicotinell Tropical Fruit chewing-gum contains the active substance nicotine. When chewed, nicotine is released slowly and absorbed through the lining of the mouth. This medicinal product is used to relieve nicotine craving and withdrawal symptoms in nicotine dependency. It thereby\u003cbr\u003e- counteracts the relapse in smoking in smokers who are motivated to stop or\u003cbr\u003e- facilitate smoking reduction in smokers who cannot or are reluctant to stop.\u003cbr\u003ePatient counselling and support normally improve the success rate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNicotinell Tropical Fruit is indicated for smokers aged 18 years and above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirections for use:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe appropriate strength will depend on your nicotine dependence. You should use the 4 mg Nicotinell Tropical Fruit chewing-gum if\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eyou are a smoker with a strong nicotine dependency,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eyou have previously failed to stop smoking with the 2 mg chewing-gum.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOtherwise 2 mg Nicotinell Tropical Fruit chewing-gum should be used.\u003cbr\u003eSelect your optimal strength from the following :\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLess than 20 cigarettes a day: Nicotinell 2mg is preferable\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e20 to 30 cigarettes a day: Low Nicotinell 2mg or high Nicotinell 4mg depending on your preference\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOver 30 cigarettes a day: Nicotinell 4mg is preferable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChew one piece of gum until taste becomes strong.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRest the gum between your gum and cheek.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChew again when taste has faded.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepeat chewing routine for about 30 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is important to chew the chewing-gum in a correct way to avoid discomfort (e.g. hiccups and heart burn).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the beginning of the treatment, in general, one piece of chewing-gum should be chewed every one or two hours. Normally 8-12 pieces of chewing-gum per day are sufficient, irrespective of strength. Do not exceed 24 pieces a day of 2 mg chewing-gum or 15 pieces per day of 4 mg chewing-gum. Do not use more than 1 gum per hour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou should not use the gum for more than 6 months. If after 6 months you think you still need treatment then talk to your doctor or pharmacist.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf an adverse event occurs with the use of the high dose (4 mg), use of the low dose (2 mg) should be considered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarnings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e Do not take Nicotinell Tropical Fruit\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eif you are allergic to nicotine or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed below)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e if you are a non-smoker.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTalk to your doctor before using Nicotinell Tropical Fruit if you have:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eany heart problems you should consult a healthcare professional before using any nicotine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ereplacement therapy product. While using a nicotine replacement therapy product, if youexperience an increase in heart problems, the use of the product should be reduced or discontinued\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003erecently had a heart attack or stroke or suffer from severe heart rhythm problems or chest pain,you should try to quit smoking without using any nicotine replacement therapy products unless your doctor tells you to use them\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehigh blood pressure (uncontrolled hypertension)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eproblems with your circulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ediabetes, you should monitor your blood sugar levels more often than usual when you start using nicotine gum. Your insulin or medicine requirements may change.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoveractive thyroid glands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoveractive adrenal glands (pheochromocytoma),\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esuffer from impaired kidney and\/or liver function\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efructose intolerance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoesophagitis, inflammation in the mouth or throat, gastritis or peptic ulcer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ea history of epilepsy (fits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeople having problems with the joint of the jawbone and denture wearers may experience difficulty in chewing the gum.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChewing the Nicotinell Tropical Fruit may loosen fillings or dental implants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not smoke while taking Nicotinell Tropical Fruit, since you may obtain a high concentration of nicotine, causing you to feel unwell.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTalk to your doctor or pharmacist if you are pregnant or breastfeeding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContains:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eActive ingredients:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Each gum contains 4mg of Nicotine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOther ingredients:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Gum Base, Calcium Carbonate, Sorbitol (E420), Sodium Carbonate, Sodium Hydrogen Carbonate, Glycerol, Levomenthol, Fruit Flavouring, Butylhydroxytoulene, Saccharin, Saccharin Sodium, Acesulfame Potassium, Xylitol, Mannitol (E421), Gelatin, Titanium Dioxide (E171), Carnauba Wax, Talc and Water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSodium content 11.52mg per piece of gum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeep all medicines out the sight and reach of children.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlways consult the Patient Information Leaflet before using this medicine.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nicotinell","offers":[{"title":"24 \/ 2Mg \/ Fruit","offer_id":34684881928264,"sku":"27541","price":7.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"24 \/ 2Mg \/ Cool Mint","offer_id":34684881961032,"sku":"181223","price":7.3,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"24 \/ 4Mg \/ Fruit","offer_id":34684881993800,"sku":"27456","price":7.75,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"24 \/ 4Mg \/ Cool Mint","offer_id":34684882026568,"sku":"180401","price":8.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"96 \/ 2Mg \/ Fruit","offer_id":34684882059336,"sku":"27415","price":25.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"96 \/ 2Mg \/ Cool Mint","offer_id":34684882092104,"sku":"203791","price":24.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"96 \/ 4Mg \/ Fruit","offer_id":34684882124872,"sku":"27344","price":30.85,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"96 \/ 4Mg \/ Cool Mint","offer_id":34684882157640,"sku":"203792","price":28.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0055\/0132\/1288\/products\/Nicotinell_Gum_Fruit.png?v=1737983200","url":"https:\/\/phelans.ie\/products\/nicotinell-gum","provider":"Phelan's Pharmacy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}