Nicotinell Mint Lozenge belongs to a group of medicines which are used to help you stop smoking.
Nicotinell Mint Lozenge contains the active substance nicotine.
When sucked, nicotine is released slowly and absorbed through the lining of the mouth.
This medicinal product is used to help people stop smoking. The nicotine in Nicotinell Mint relieves nicotine withdrawal symptoms and cravings when you stop smoking or temporarily reduce smokng in order to facilitate smoking cessation. By relieving the withdrawal symptoms and cravings Nicotinell Mint counteracts a smoking relapse in smokers who are motivated to stop smoking.
Patient counselling and support normally improve the success rate.
Nicotinell Mint Lozenge is indicated for smokers aged 18 years and above.
It is very important to stop smoking during pregnancy because it can result in poor growth of your baby. It can also lead to premature births and even stillbirths. It is best if you can give up smoking without the use of medicines containing nicotine. If you cannot manage this, Nicotinell should only be used after consulting a healthcare professional.
Breast-feeding
Nicotinell Mint should be avoided during breast-feeding as nicotine is found in breast milk and may affect your child. If a healthcare professional has recommended you to use Nicotinell Mint during breast-feeding, the lozenge should be sucked just after breast-feeding and not during the two hours before breast-feeding.
Fertility
Smoking increases the risk of infertility in women and men. The effects of nicotine on fertility is unknown.