Walgreens Stop Smoking 4 mg Gum 4x100pcs 11/2009

Overview:

• • Compare to Nicorette Fresh Mint Coated Gum active ingredient (This product is not manufactured or distributed by GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare, LP, distributor of Nicorette Fresh Mint Coated Gum).
  • Coated nicotine polacrilex gum.
  • For those who smoke 25 or more cigarettes a day.
  • If you smoke less than 25 cigarettes a day: use nicotine polacrilex gum, 2 mg.
  • Each Piece Contains:
    • Calcium 100 mg
    • Sodium 11 mg
  • Made in Denmark.

  
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  • If you are under 18 years of age, ask a doctor before use.
  • Before using this product, read the enclosed user's guide for complete directions and other important information.
  • Stop smoking completely when you begin using the gum.
  • If you smoke less than 25 cigarettes a day; use nicotine polacrilex gum, 2 mg.
  • If you smoke 25 or more cigarettes a day; use according to the following 12 week schedule:
    • Weeks 1 to 6: 1 Piece every 1 to 2 hours.
    • Weeks 7 to 9: 1 Piece every 2 to 4 hours.
    • Weeks 10 to 12: 1 Piece every 4 to 8 hours.
  • Nicotine gum is medicine and must be used a certain way to get the best results.
  • Chew the gum slowly until it tingles.
  • Then park it between your cheek and gum.
  • When the tingling is gone, begin chewing again, until the tingle returns.
  • Repeat this process until most of the tingle is gone (about 30 minutes).
  • Do not eat or drink for 15 minutes before chewing the nicotine gum, or while chewing a piece.
  • To improve your chances of quitting, use at least 9 pieces per day for the first 6 weeks.
  • If you experience strong or frequent cravings, you may use a second piece within the hour.
  • However, do not continuously use one piece after another since this may cause you hiccups, heartburn, nausea or other side effects.
  • Do not use more than 24 pieces a day.
  • It is important to complete treatment.
  • Stop using the nicotine gum at the end of 12 weeks.
  • If you still feel the need to use nicotine gum, talk to your doctor.
  • To Increase Your Success in Quitting:
    1. You must be motivated to quit.
    2. Use enough - Chew at least 9 pieces of nicotine polacrilex gum per day during the first six weeks.
    3. Use long enough - Use nicotine polacrilex gum for the full 12 weeks.
    4. Use with a support program as described in the enclosed user's guide.
  • To remove the gum, tear off single unit.
  • Peel backing starting at the corner with loose edge.
  • Push gum through foil.
  • Store at 68-77 degrees F (20-25 degrees C).
  • Protect from light.