Each microtab contains: Nicotine ß-cyclodextrin complex 17.4 mg (equivalent to 2 mg nicotine), crospovidone, ß-cyclodextrin, colloidal anhydrous silica, magnesium stearate.
The patient should make every effort to stop smoking completely during treatment with Nicorette Microtab.
The initial dose is based on the individual's nicotine dependence. The tablet is used sublingually with a recommended dose of one tablet per hour or, for heavy smokers (smoking more than 20 cigarettes per day), two tablets per hour. Increasing to two tablets per hour may be considered for patients who fail to stop smoking with the one tablet-per-hour regimen or for those whose nicotine withdrawal symptoms remain so strong as to foresee a relapse.
Most smokers require 8 to 12 or 16 to 24 tablets per day, but should not exceed 40 tablets. The duration of treatment is individual, but up to three months of treatment is recommended. The nicotine dose should then be gradually reduced, by decreasing the total number of tablets used per day. The treatment should be stopped when the daily consumption is down to one or two tablets.
Adults who use NRT beyond 9 months are recommended to seek additional help and advice from a healthcare professional.
For adolescents 12-18 years:
The initial dose is based on the individual's nicotine dependence. The tablet is used sublingually with a recommended dose of one tablet per hour or, for heavy smokers (smoking more than 20 cigarettes per day), two tablets per hour. Increasing to two tablets per hour may be considered for patients who fail to stop smoking with the one tablet-per-hour regimen or for those whose nicotine withdrawal symptoms remain so strong as to foresee a relapse.
Most smokers require 8 to 12 or 16 to 24 tablets per day, but should not exceed 40 tablets. Use for up to 8 weeks to break the habit of smoking, then gradually reduce the dose over a 4 week period. The treatment should be stopped when the daily consumption is down to one or two tablets. The recommended duration of treatment is 12 weeks. If longer treatment is required, advice from a doctor or pharmacist should be sought.
Do not exceed the stated dose.
If you are pregnant, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse for advice before using this product.
Do not use if you are allergic to any of the ingredients listed.
You are more likely to quit smoking when using this product with help from your pharmacist, doctor, a trained counsellor or a support programme.
Not suitable for use by non-smokers or children under 12 years.
