Nicorette Inhaler (Nicotine)

Nicorette Inhaler Information:

Nicorette Inhaler (generic name: Nicotine) is a stop smoking product for people who want to quit smoking. It treats the nicotine withdrawals symptoms which aids giving up smoking. Nicotine is the active ingredient which is found in cigarettes and tobacco. The inhaler works by releasing small amounts of nicotine into the blood stream to help fight cravings. Smoking is the leading cause of lung disease, and people who smoke also increase the risk of heart disease, stroke and mouth or throat cancer. Smoking is also harmful as cigarettes and tobacco contain approximately 4000 chemicals, and hundreds of these are toxic and cause harm to the body. Nicotine is highly addictive, and so people who quit smoking commonly get withdrawal symptoms, and may feel extremely agitated or stressed. Nicorette Inhaler helps to reduce these feelings by delivering nicotine to the body but without all of the other toxic chemicals found in tobacco. The inhaler helps patients who are particularly struggling with the ‘habit’ and hand to mouth action, as the inhaler is used in much the same way as a normal cigarette would – by inhaling the nicotine through a tube-like device. The inhaler can be used just like a cigarette in that the patient can use the inhaler whenever they feel the need to smoke.

Nicorette Inhaler Side Effects:

As with any drug, there may be side effects from taking Nicorette Inhaler including headache, changes in heartbeat, sore mouth, sore throat, changes in taste, dry mouth, upset stomach, burping, hiccups, muscle pain and joint pain. More serious side effects may include fast or pounding heartbeat, fluttering in the chest, extreme weakness, dizziness, nausea, vomiting and bronchospasm (wheezing, tight chest and trouble breathing). If you experience any side effects you must seek medical attention immediately for safety.

Nicorette Inhaler Directions:

You should follow the instructions of the doctor who prescribed Nicorette Inhaler to you. Directions and dosage information can also be found on the pack or leaflet inside the pack. Nicorette Inhaler comes in inhaler form, with separate nicotine cartridges that slot into the inhaler. Nicorette Inhaler and cartridges should be stored at room temperature away from direct sunlight and heat.

Nicorette Inhaler Precautions:

If you are allergic to any of the ingredients of Nicorette Inhaler, you should avoid taking it and inform your doctor. You must consult your doctor if you have any pre-existing medical conditions including coronary artery disease, circulation problems, history of stroke, blood clot or heart attack, untreated high blood pressure, mouth or dental problems, liver or kidney disease, diabetes, thyroid disorders, stomach ulcer, asthma, bronchitis, pheochromocytoma or if you are on a low salt diet. You must consult your doctor if you are taking any other medications as they may interact with Nicorette Inhaler, including cold or allergy medication, imipramine, insulin, isoproterenol, labetalol, oxazepam, pentazocine, prazosin, propanolol, theophylline and varenicline. It is important that you inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding as Nicotine is known to cause birth defects in new born babies, and can harm your unborn child.