Smoking Cessation

ACTIVE INGREDIENT (IN EACH CHEWING PIECE): Nicotine polacrilex 2 mg

Inactive Ingredients: acesulfame potassium, butylated hydroxytoluene, carnauba wax, flavors, gum base, sodium bicarbonate, sodium carbonate, sorbitol, talc

• if you are under 18 years of age, ask a doctor before use. No studies have been done to show if this product will work for you.
• before using this product, read the enclosed User’s Guide for complete directions and other important information
• begin using the gum on your quit day
• if you smoke your first cigarette within 30 minutes of waking up, use 4 mg nicotine gum
• if you smoke your first cigarette more than 30 minutes after waking up, use 2 mg nicotine gum according to the following 12 week schedule

• • nicotine gum is a 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 tingle is gone, begin chewing again, until the tingle returns. 
  • repeat the process until most of the tingle is gone (about 30 minutes)
  • do not eat or drink 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. If you feel you need to use the gum for a longer period to keep from smoking, talk to your health care provider.