Note:

Do not eat or drink or use removable dentures with the chewing gum in the mouth. Avoid having any drinks for 15 minutes before the chewing gum is used. The side effects which might be seen with Nicogum will be the same as nicotine given by any other route. The side-effects are usually dose dependent and may not be experienced by all. Common side effects such as headache, nausea, hiccups, stomach discomfort, sore mouth or throat, jaw muscle ache and sleep disturbance may be seen particularly during the first few weeks.

Consult the Doctor:

• If you are pregnant or breast feeding or on a sodium restricted diet or need to use the gum for more than 12 weeks.
• If you are taking any other medicines especially, those containing theophylline, tacrine, clozapine or ropinirol.
• If you have other medical conditions like uncontrolled high blood pressure, stroke, stomach ulcer, kidney or liver disease, heart or circulation problems, diabetes, allergic reactions, severe sore throat, inflammation of mouth, overactive thyroid or adrenal gland cancer.
• If you have had previous reactions to gums or other nicotine containing products.

Nicogum overdose:

• If you have used more gums than recommended or in case a child has chewed or swallowed some, then contact a doctor immediately. The general symptoms of nicotine overdose include headache, sickness, diarrhoea and stomach pain.

Do not use nicogum:

• If you are below 18 years of age or a non user of tobacco.

Storage:

Store in a cool, dry place. Protect from direct heat and sunlight. Keep out of sight and reach of children. Don’t use after expiry date mentioned on the box