Nicorette Freshmint Gum 2mg - 105 Pieces

Nicorette® Freshmint Gum 2mg is a nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) used to relieve and/or prevent nicotine withdrawal symptoms and reduce cravings when you try to stop smoking tobacco or vaping, or when cutting down the number of cigarettes/e-cigarettes you smoke/vape. It can also be used for temporary abstinence at times when you can’t or don’t want to smoke/vape.

When you chew Nicorette gum, nicotine is released and absorbed through the lining of the mouth. This helps ease withdrawal symptoms and reduce cravings, without giving the “buzz” from smoking/vaping.

Strength guide

• The 2mg gum is suitable if you smoke 20 or fewer cigarettes per day, are a light to moderate vaper, or for step-down use from higher strength gum if needed.

Pack size

• 105 pieces (Freshmint flavour, blister packed).

Who can use it

• Adults and children aged 12 years and over
• Do not give to children under 12 years

Dose (2mg)

• Use one 2mg gum as required to relieve cravings
• Use only one piece at a time
• Do not use more than 15 gums per day

How to chew (the Nicorette chew-and-rest technique)

Nicorette gum is not chewed like ordinary chewing gum. Chew correctly so nicotine is released and absorbed through the mouth. If chewed continuously, nicotine may be released too quickly and swallowed, which can irritate the throat, upset the stomach or cause hiccups.

1. Chew slowly until the taste becomes strong.
2. Rest the gum between your gum and cheek.
3. Chew again when the taste has faded.

• Keep chewing like this for about 30 minutes, then dispose of the gum carefully.

Dentures

• The gum may stick to dentures and, rarely, damage them. If this is a problem, other NRT forms (e.g., patches, inhalator, microtabs) may be more suitable.

Stopping smoking/vaping (typical approach)

• Use the gum instead of cigarettes/e-cigarettes when needed, then reduce the number of gums gradually until you stop completely. If you’re finding it difficult to stop using the gum, ask a doctor, pharmacist or nurse for advice. 

Active ingredient

• Nicotine 2mg per medicated chewing gum

Other ingredients

Chewing gum base, xylitol, acesulfame potassium, sodium carbonate, peppermint oil, menthol, polacrilin, magnesium oxide, titanium dioxide (E171), talc, acacia and carnauba wax.

Also contains

• The gum base contains butylated hydroxytoluene (E321).
• The 2mg gum also contains sodium bicarbonate.
• Does not contain sugar (sucrose) or animal products.

Do not use

• If you are a child under 12 years
• If you have an allergy to nicotine or any of the other ingredients

Warnings & precautions

Speak to a doctor, pharmacist or nurse before using if:

• You are pregnant or breastfeeding (you may be able to use NRT, but try to stop without it first)
• You are in hospital due to heart disease (including heart attack, chest pain, heart rhythm problems, angina, high blood pressure or stroke)
• You have a stomach/duodenal ulcer, inflammation of the stomach, or inflammation of the oesophagus
• You have liver or kidney disease
• You have an overactive thyroid or phaeochromocytoma
• You have diabetes (monitor blood sugar more often when starting)
• You are taking medicines such as theophylline, clozapine or ropinirole (dose may need adjusting when stopping smoking/cutting down)
• You have ever experienced seizures (fits)

Important ingredient information

• E321 may cause local skin reactions (e.g., contact dermatitis) or irritation to the eyes and mucous membranes.
• Contains less than 1 mmol sodium (23mg) per gum (essentially “sodium-free”).

Keep out of sight and reach of children and animals

Nicotine can be very dangerous to children and may be fatal if taken accidentally.

Possible side effects

Nicorette gum can cause throat irritation at the start of treatment and increased salivation. People with indigestion may benefit from slower chewing and use of the 2mg gum.

Stop using and seek urgent medical help immediately if you notice: fast heart rate/abnormal heartbeat, chest palpitations, shortness of breath, seizures (fits), or signs of allergic reaction (including swelling of face/mouth/lips/throat/tongue, itching, swelling of the skin, mouth ulceration/inflammation).

Side effects can be reported via the MHRA Yellow Card Scheme.