Nicorette Microtab 2mg - 100 Tablets

Nicorette Microtab 2 mg – 100 Tablets is a nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) product designed to help adults and adolescents aged 12 years and over relieve nicotine withdrawal symptoms and cravings associated with stopping smoking tobacco or nicotine vaping, or when cutting down on cigarette/e-cigarette use. It provides flexible, discreet craving control whenever and wherever needed by delivering nicotine through the lining of the mouth as the tablet dissolves.

These sublingual tablets are intended to support a structured quit plan, either as an immediate quit aid or as part of a gradual reduction strategy. The 2 mg dose is suitable for light to heavy smokers.

Brand: Nicorette (Kenvue/Johnson & Johnson family of nicotine replacement products)

Pack Size: 100 sublingual tablets

Strength: 2 mg nicotine per tablet

Formulation: Sublingual dissolving tablets

Placement: Place one Nicorette Microtab tablet under the tongue and allow it to dissolve completely. Do not chew or swallow the tablet as this can reduce effectiveness.

Frequency: For adults (18 +), use one tablet every hour when cravings are strong. Heavy smokers (more than 20 cigarettes/day) may use two tablets per hour. Most users require between 8 and 24 tablets per day.

Maximum Dose: Do not exceed 40 tablets per day.

Duration: The usual course of treatment spans up to 3 months (12 weeks). Once cravings are controlled, gradually reduce the number of tablets used daily until discontinuation. Adults should not use beyond 9 months without consulting a healthcare professional.

General Advice: Read and keep the product leaflet, and consult a pharmacist or clinician if you need help tailoring your quit plan.

Active Ingredient (per tablet):

• Nicotine (2 mg) — delivered via sublingual tablet to help reduce withdrawal symptoms and cravings when quitting smoking.

Other Ingredients (excipients):

• β-cyclodextrin

• Crospovidone

• Colloidal anhydrous silica

• Magnesium stearate

(These excipients aid tablet structure, dissolution and stability — see product labelling for full list and any potential allergens.)

Nicotine is absorbed through the oral mucosa as the tablet dissolves under the tongue and enters the bloodstream to provide controlled relief. 

Important Warnings & Precautions

• Age Restriction: Not for use in children under 12 years. NRT should be used only by those quitting smoking or vaping.

• Pregnancy & Breastfeeding: If pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding, consult a doctor, nurse or pharmacist before use; quitting without nicotine is preferable if possible.

• Allergy: Do not use if you are allergic to nicotine or any other ingredients.

• Medical Conditions: Talk to a healthcare professional before use if you have cardiovascular disease, ulcers, liver or kidney issues, seizures, diabetes, or are taking medicines such as theophylline, clozapine or ropinirole, as quitting smoking can alter medication needs.

• Storage: Store below 25 °C and keep out of reach and sight of children. Nicotine is toxic in high doses, particularly to children.

Common Side Effects

Nicotine replacement products, including microtabs, may cause:

• Mild throat or mouth irritation

• Hiccups

• Headache

• Nausea

• Increased salivation

• Dizziness

• Mouth ulcers or taste changes

These effects are typically mild and often lessen over time.

Withdrawal-Related Symptoms

Some symptoms may result from reducing nicotine intake itself, including irritability, anxiety or restlessness — these reflect the quitting process rather than a direct product side effect.

When to Seek Medical Advice

Seek urgent help if you experience symptoms of a severe allergic reaction (such as rash, facial swelling or difficulty breathing), chest pain, fainting, or any severe or persistent side effect. Otherwise contact a pharmacist or clinician for ongoing support.