Niquitin CQ Lozenge 2mg

For the relief of nicotine withdrawal symptoms as an aid to giving up smoking.

NiQuitin CQ Lozenges come in two strengths; this carton contains the 2mg strength which is for smokers who smoke their first cigarette more than 30 minutes after waking up. NiQuitin CQ Lozenges are part of a programme designed to support your wish to stop smoking. The programme contains 3 steps which you will need to follow, starting with Step 1, then Step 2, then Step 3. Using the lozenges at regular intervals gives your body the nicotine you need to help you stop smoking.

# The lozenge is designed to be dissolved in the mouth, normally this takes about 30 minutes. Full instructions are given in the enclosed leaflet. Use the lozenges according to the following guide, which is designed to gradually reduce the number of lozenges you use. Step 1: Weeks 1 to 6, initial treatment period, 1 lozenge every 1 to 2 hours. # Step 2: Weeks 7 to 9, step down treatment period, 1 lozenge every 2 to 4 hours, # Step 3: Weeks 10 to 12, step down treatment period, 1 lozenge every 4 to 8 hours. To help you stay smoke free over the next 12 weeks, take a lozenge in situations when you are strongly tempted to smoke. During Step 1 (weeks 1 to 6) use at least 9 lozenges a day. Do not use more than one lozenge at a time. Do not use more than 15 lozenges per day. Do not eat or drink when you have a lozenge in your mouth.

Each lozenge contains 2mg nicotine (as nicotine polacrilex 11.1mg). Also includes aspartame (E951) and mannitol (E421). Each lozenge contains 15mg of sodium.

Nausea, vomiting or indigestion are possible as are dizziness, headache, decreased saliva and influenza like symptoms. Less frequently palpitations can occur.

# Do not use: If you are allergic to nicotine or any other ingredients # If you suffer from phenylketonuria - the lozenges contain a source of phenylalanine which may be harmful to you. # If you have a serious heart disease or have had a recent stroke. # With nicotine-containing patches or gum. NiQuitin CQ lozenges are not suitable for children or young adults under 18 years.