Each piece of gum contains: 2 mg nicotine (as 10 mg nicotine–polacrilin), gum base (containing butylhydroxytoluene), calcium carbonate, sorbitol (E420), sodium carbonate anhydrous, sodium hydrogen carbonate, polacrilin, glycerol, purified water, levomenthol, tutti flavour, saccharin, sodium saccharin, acesulfame potassium, xylitol, mannitol (E421), gelatin, titanium dioxide (E171), carnauba wax, talc.

One piece of Nicotinell gum to be chewed when the user feels the urge to smoke. Normally, 8-12 pieces per day can be used, up to a maximum of 25 pieces per day.

The characteristics of chewing-gum as a pharmaceutical form are such that individually different nicotine levels can result in the blood. Therefore, dosage frequency should be adjusted according to individual requirements within the stated maximum limit.

One piece of gum should be chewed until the taste becomes strong. The chewing gum should be rested between the gum and cheek. When the taste fades, chewing should commence again. The chewing routine should be repeated for 30 minutes.

The treatment time is individual. Normally, treatment should continue for at least 3 months.

After three months, the user should gradually cut down the number of pieces chewed each day until they have stopped using the product.

Treatment should be discontinued when the dose has been reduced to 1-2 pieces of gum per day. Use of nicotine products like Nicotinell gum beyond 6 months is generally not recommended. Some ex-smokers may need treatment with the gum for longer to avoid returning to smoking. Patients who have been using oral nicotine replacement therapy beyond 9 months are advised to seek additional help and information from health care professionals.

Nicotinell gum is sugar free.

For adults and adolescents over 12 years of age. Do not take if you are a non-smoker.

Read the enclosed leaflet carefully before use.

Consult your doctor, nurse or pharmacist before starting to use Nicotinell gum if you are under 12 years of age, in hospital with serious heart disease, or are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Consult your doctor if you are recieving prescribed medicines.

Do not exceed the stated dose.

Keep all medicines out of the sight and reach of children.

Dispose of used gum carefully.

Do not store above 25ºC.