Brand Name
Nicotex 4 mg Chewing Gum
🔹 Composition
Each gum contains:
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Nicotine Polacrilex 4 mg
🔹 Manufacturer
Cipla Health Ltd.
🔹 Category
Smoking cessation aid / Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT)
📌 Description
Nicotex 4 mg Chewing Gum is a nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) product designed for moderate to heavy smokers. It provides a controlled dose of nicotine to reduce cravings and withdrawal symptoms, helping individuals quit smoking gradually without exposure to harmful tobacco smoke.
✅ Indications / Uses
Nicotex 4 mg is used for:
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Smoking cessation programs
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Reducing nicotine withdrawal symptoms (irritability, anxiety, restlessness, cravings)
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Helping moderate to heavy smokers (>20 cigarettes/day) quit gradually
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Preventing relapse in ex-smokers
💊 Dosage & Administration
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Chew 1 gum whenever the urge to smoke arises.
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Recommended: 8–12 gums per day, not exceeding 24/day.
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Chew slowly until a strong taste develops, then park between gum and cheek. Repeat for ~30 minutes.
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Continue for 12 weeks, then gradually taper down.
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4 mg strength is recommended if you smoke more than 20 cigarettes/day.
⚠️ Side Effects
Common:
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Hiccups, throat irritation
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Jaw discomfort, mouth soreness
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Nausea, dizziness
Serious (rare):
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Chest pain, irregular heartbeat
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Severe allergic reaction (rash, swelling, breathing difficulty)
⚠️ Precautions & Warnings
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Not for non-smokers or occasional smokers.
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Use cautiously in patients with heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, ulcers, or dental issues.
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Avoid use during pregnancy & breastfeeding unless prescribed.
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Do not swallow the gum.
📦 Storage
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Store below 25–30°C, in a dry place.
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Protect from sunlight and moisture.
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Keep away from children.
🏷️ Key Highlights
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Nicotine replacement therapy for heavy smokers
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Reduces cravings & withdrawal symptoms
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Helps in long-term smoking cessation
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Sugar-free, available in multiple flavors (Mint, Cinnamon, Paan, etc.)
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