Nicotine (nasal, inhalation)

Generic name: nicotine (nasal, inhalation) [ NIK-oh-teen ]
Brand names: Nicotrol Inhaler, Nicotrol NS
Dosage forms: inhalation device (10 mg); nasal spray (10 mg/mL)
Drug class:Smoking cessation agents

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Aug 31, 2021. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is nicotine?

Nicotine is the primary ingredient in tobacco products.

Nicotine nasal spray and inhalation are medical products used to help you stop smoking and help reduce nicotine withdrawal symptoms as you quit smoking.

Nicotine nasal or inhalation 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

You should not use nicotine if you are allergic to nicotine or menthol.

Tell your doctor if you have ever had:

• heart disease, irregular heartbeats;

• high blood pressure;

• chest pain, heart attack or stroke;

• blood circulation problems;

• a blood vessel disorder such as Buerger's disease, Prinzmetal angina, or Raynaud's syndrome;

• insulin-dependent diabetes;

• overactive thyroi...