Nicorelief (gum, lozenge)
Generic name:nicotine (gum, lozenge) [ NIK-oh-teen ]
Brand names: Leader Nicotine Polacrilex, Nicorelief, Nicorette, Thrive
Drug class:Smoking cessation agents
The Nicorelief brand name has been discontinued in the U.S. If generic versions of this product have been approved by the FDA, there may be generic equivalents available.
What is nicotine?
Nicotine is the primary ingredient in tobacco products.
Nicotine gum and lozenges are medical products used to aid in smoking cessation in adults. Using a controlled amount of nicotine helps reduce nicotine withdrawal symptoms when you quit smoking.
Nicotine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
Before taking this medicine
Ask a doctor or pharmacist if this medicine is safe to use if you have ever had:
heart disease, irregular heartbeats;
a heart attack or stroke;
untreated or uncontrolled high blood pressure;
diabetes;
a seizure; or
if you are on a low salt diet.
Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant unless your doctor has told you to. Use effective birth control, and tell your doctor if you become pregnant during treatment.
Smoking cigarettes during pregnancy can cause low birth weight, miscarriage, or stillbirth. Using a nicotine replacement product during pregnancy or while breast-feeding may be safer than smoking. However, you should try to stop smoking without using a nicotine replacement product if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. Talk with your doctor about the best way for you to stop smoking.
It may not be safe to breastfeed while using this medicine. Ask your doctor about any risk.
Nicotine lozenges may contain phenylalanine. Check the medication label if you have phenylketonuria (PKU).
Do not give this medicine to anyone under 18 years old without medical advice.
