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| NICOTROL CARTRIDGE INHALER |
| Generic Name: NICOTINE (NICK-oh-teen) - ORAL
INHALATION |
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Nicotrol
USES: This medication is used
as part of a complete "stop smoking" program, which includes
behavior support. This product relieves nicotine withdrawal symptoms.
HOW TO USE THIS MEDICATION: It
is very important to stop smoking completely while using this nicotine
product, and to follow all directions exactly, including the patient
information sheet containing proper use and disposal facts.
The starting dose is based on your needs, generally using between 6 and 16
cartridges per day. Frequent, continuous puffing for 20 minutes is advised
with each cartridge. Peak effect is generally within 15 minutes after the end
of inhalation.
After your dose is established, it is generally maintained for about 3
months, then gradually reduced during the following 3 months. Use for more
than 6 months continuously is not recommended. You may retry later if you are
unsuccessful in your stop-smoking attempt.
SIDE EFFECTS: Headache,
mouth/tooth and throat irritation, coughing, stuffy nose, change in taste
sensation, stomach upset, sweating or diarrhea may occur. If these persist or
worsen, notify your doctor promptly.
Unlikely but report promptly chest discomfort or fast heartbeat.
Common symptoms usually from lack of nicotine (withdrawal) are dizziness,
anxiety/mood changes. Report these problems if they persist or worsen.
PRECAUTIONS: Before using
this drug, tell your doctor your medical history, including any allergies
(especially drug allergies), asthma, liver, kidney, heart or blood vessel
diseases, pheochromocytoma, diabetes, high thyroid function (hyperthyroid)
high blood pressure or intestinal ulcers.
This drug is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Consult your doctor
before using this drug.
This drug is excreted into breast milk. Consult your doctor before
breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your
doctor of all nonprescription and prescription medication you may use,
especially theophylline and certain antidepressants (e.g., amitriptyline and
nortriptyline)
NOTES: Do not share this
medication with others. Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
MISSED DOSE: Not applicable.
This product is used as needed as directed.
STORAGE: Store at room
temperature at or below 86 degrees F (30 degrees C) away from light and
moisture.
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