{"product_id":"niconex-1-mg-spray-to-help-quit-smoking","title":"Niconex 1 mg\/spray to help quit smoking","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNiconex is used to help you give up smoking, if you want to stop smoking, or to help you reduce your cigarette consumption (smoke reduction) to help you quit smoking completely.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a type of treatment called nicotine replacement therapy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNiconex relieves nicotine withdrawal symptoms including cravings, which are the symptoms you get when you stop smoking. If you suddenly stop providing your body with nicotine through smoking tobacco, you may experience various types of unpleasant sensations called withdrawal symptoms. By using Niconex you can prevent or reduce these unpleasant sensations and the desire to smoke. This is because you continue to provide your body with a small amount of nicotine over a short period of time. Niconex does not contain tar, carbon monoxide or other toxins found in cigarette smoke.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf possible, seek additional advice and support to increase your chances of quitting smoking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContraindications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNiconex must NOT be used\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eif you are allergic to nicotine or any of the other ingredients of this medicine listed in section 6.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eif you are under 18 years old.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eif you have never smoked.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInteractions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsing Niconex with other medicines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken or might take any other medicines. This is especially important if you are taking medicines that contain the following active ingredients:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTheophylline for the treatment of asthma\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTacrine for the treatment of Alzheimer's disease\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClozapine for the treatment of schizophrenia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRopinirole for the treatment of Parkinson's disease\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsing Niconex with food and drink\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not eat or drink while using the spray.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePregnancy, breast-feeding and fertility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is very important to stop smoking during pregnancy as it can lead to reduced growth of your baby. It can also lead to premature birth or stillbirth. It is best if you can quit smoking without using medicines that contain nicotine. If you are unable to do this, only use Niconex after consulting the healthcare professional managing your pregnancy, your family doctor or a doctor at a center that specializes in helping people give up smoking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe use of Niconex should be avoided if you are breastfeeding, as nicotine passes into breast milk and may affect your child. If your doctor has recommended that you use Niconex, use the spray immediately after breastfeeding and not in the last 2 hours before breastfeeding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmoking increases the risk of infertility in women and men. The effects of nicotine on fertility are unknown.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApplication\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlways use this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet or exactly as your doctor or pharmacist tells you. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeople under 18 must not use Niconex.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConsult your doctor if you have not been able to reduce the number of sprays you use or reduce your cigarette consumption after 6 weeks, or if you need to use Niconex for more than 6 months. Normally Niconex should be used for 3 months, but not longer than 6 months.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe instructions for using Niconex depend on whether you stop smoking immediately or reduce the number of cigarettes you smoke step by step before you stop smoking completely.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmoking Cessation with Immediate Quit Smoking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe goal is to stop smoking immediately and use Niconex to reduce the urge to smoke.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not use more than 2 sprays at the same time or 4 sprays per hour for 16 hours. Over a period of 24 hours, the maximum dose is 64 sprays within 16 hours.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe following overview shows the recommended step-by-step procedure when using Niconex.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStep 1: Weeks 1 to 6\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse 1 or 2 puffs when you would normally smoke a cigarette or when you have the desire to smoke. Use one spray first and if your cravings don't go away within a few minutes, use a second spray. If 2 sprays are required, 2 sprays can be used in a row for the following applications. Most smokers require 1 or 2 puffs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eevery 30 to 60 minutes. For example, if you smoke an average of 15 cigarettes per day, then use 1 or 2 puffs at least 15 times throughout the day.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStep 2: Weeks 7 to 9\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBegin reducing the number of sprays per day.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt the end of Week 9, use only HALF the average number of sprays per day used in Step 1.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStep 3: Weeks 10 to 12\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContinue to reduce the number of sprays per day so that in week 12 you are using no more than 4 sprays per day. Stop using Niconex when you have reduced your use to 2 to 4 sprays per day.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmoking reduction followed by smoking cessation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe aim is to gradually replace some of your cigarettes with Niconex. If this is successful, you can then use the spray to give up your cigarettes completely. Finally, stop using the spray.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you have a strong urge to smoke, use 1 to 2 puffs of the spray instead of a cigarette to satisfy your craving. The spray is intended to replace the cigarette, so do not smoke shortly after using the spray. Using the spray without reducing the number of cigarettes smoked will cause nausea (see section “If you use more Niconex than you should”). Reduce the number of cigarettes you smoke per day as much as possible and replace them with a puff. If after 6 weeks you have not been able to reduce the number of cigarettes you smoke per day, talk to a doctor. You should stop smoking completely as soon as you feel able, but no later than 12 weeks after starting treatment. Once you have stopped smoking, gradually reduce the number of puffs you use each day. Once you only need 2 to 4 sprays per day, stop using Niconex completely.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not use more than 2 sprays in a row or 4 sprays per hour for 16 hours. Over a period of 24 hours, the maximum dose is 64 sprays within 16 hours.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter treatment ends, you may be tempted to smoke again. Therefore, keep unused spray as the urge to smoke can occur suddenly. If you feel the need to smoke, use one or two puffs if one puff does not work within a few minutes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollow the instructions to make sure you use Niconex correctly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to load the dispenser\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you are using Niconex for the first time, you must first load the spray pump. Keep the spray pump a safe distance from yourself or other adults, children or pets around you. Use your index finger to press the top of the pump three times until a fine spray comes out.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you do not use the spray for more than 2 days, you must repeat this charging process.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to use the dispenser\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter getting the dispenser ready for use, point the spray nozzle as close to your open mouth as possible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSqueeze the top of the dispenser and release a spray into your mouth. Avoid wetting your lips.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAim the spray tube between the cheek and the lower gums\/teeth to target the inside of the cheek and avoid wetting the lips.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not inhale while spraying to prevent the spray from entering your throat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor best results, do not swallow for a few seconds after spraying.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBe careful not to spray in your eyes when using the mouth spray. If you get spray in your eyes, rinse them carefully with water. Do not eat or drink while using the spray.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSide effects\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLike all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everyone gets them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNiconex can cause the same side effects as other forms of nicotine. Side effects generally depend on the dose you use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEffects associated with stopping smoking (nicotine withdrawal)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSome of the side effects you experience when you stop smoking may be withdrawal symptoms due to the decrease in nicotine intake.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese side effects include:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIrritability, aggression, impatience or frustration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnxiety, restlessness or difficulty concentrating\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNighttime awakenings or difficulty sleeping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncreased appetite or weight gain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGloomy mood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStrong desire to smoke\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSlow heartbeat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBleeding gums or mouth ulcers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDizziness or lightheadedness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCough, sore throat, stuffy or runny nose\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003econstipation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStop using Niconex and contact a doctor immediately if you notice any of the following serious rare side effects (signs of angioedema):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSwelling of the face, tongue or throat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDifficulty swallowing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehives and difficulty breathing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOther possible side effects:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery common (may affect more than 1 in 10 people):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHiccups (are particularly common)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeadache, nausea (feeling sick)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIrritation in the throat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon (may affect up to 1 in 10 people):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocal complaints such as burning, inflammation in the mouth, changes in the sense of taste\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDry mouth or increased salivation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDigestive problems (dyspepsia)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePain or discomfort in the abdomen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVomiting, flatulence or diarrhea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003efatigue\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHypersensitivity (allergy)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTingle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCough\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUncommon (may affect up to 1 in 100 people):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEffects on the nose such as stuffy or runny nose, sneezing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWheezing (bronchospasm) or feeling that breathing is more labored than usual (dyspnoea), tightness in the throat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRedness of the skin (flushing) or increased sweating\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEffects in the mouth such as tingling in the mouth, inflammation of the tongue, mouth ulcers, damage to the lining of the mouth or changes in the sound of your voice, pain in the mouth and throat, belching, bleeding gums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeartbeat (palpitations), increased heart rate, high blood pressure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRash and\/or itching of the skin (pruritus, urticaria)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnusual dreams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiscomfort and pain in the chest area\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeakness, malaise\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRare (may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDifficulty swallowing, reduced sensitivity to pain in the mouth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStrangle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot known (frequency cannot be estimated from available data):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlurred vision, increased tear formation (tear secretion)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDry throat, gastrointestinal problems, sore lips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIrregular heartbeat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRedness of the skin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAllergic reactions including swelling of the face and mouth (angioedema or anaphylaxis)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecomposition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe active ingredient is nicotine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach spray releases 1 mg of nicotine in 0.07 ml of solution.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 ml solution contains 13.6 mg nicotine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe other ingredients are:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003epropylene glycol (E1520), glycerol (E422), ethanol anhydrous, poloxamer 407, glycine (E640), sodium bicarbonate (E500(ii)), levomenthol, mint flavor (contains benzyl alcohol, propylene glycol (E1520), pulegone) , Freshness flavor (contains menthol, menthol carboxamide, essential oil, propylene glycol (E1520)), sucralose (E955), acesulfame potassium (E950), 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