Frequently Asked Questions

The nicotine in Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) products, like Nicotine Polacrilex (NICORETTE®) Medicated Chewing Gum, is absorbed through the skin or the saliva. As a result, nicotine cravings and withdrawal symptoms are alleviated. Nicotine Polacrilex (NICORETTE®) Medicated Chewing Gum helps you control your desire to smoke so that you can gradually reduce your nicotine intake and wean your body from nicotine. Therefore, Nicotine Polacrilex (NICORETTE®) Medicated Chewing Gum makes it easier for you to quit smoking. By using our products, your chance of successfully quitting smoking is doubled versus willpower alone.

Avoid stopping the programme before 12 or 16 weeks, as your body may still be craving nicotine. The 16 week programme gradually steps you down from your nicotine addiction. Quitters are individual so speak with your pharmacist if you have any questions. Without any Nicotine Replacement Therapy, the temptation to smoke may be hard to resist if you don't complete the programme. The dosage is a guide only. The dose is individual and depends on how much nicotine you need to reduce the withdrawal symptoms.

Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking other medicines such as theophylline, clozapine, ropinirole, tacrine, insulin, imipramine, olanzapine, clomipramine, fluvoxamine, flecainide or pentazocine.

Also note that when you stop smoking, medicines which you are taking – even those you buy without a prescription – may work differently in your body. It is best to consult your doctor or pharmacist.