Drugs & Vitamins

Active Ingredients: Nicotine
Other Names: Nicotrol Inhaler
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What is/are Nicotine Inhaler? (Back to top)
NICOTINE helps people stop smoking. This medicine replaces the nicotine found in cigarettes and helps to decrease withdrawal effects. It is most effective when used in combination with a stop-smoking program. This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.

What should I tell my health care providers before I take this medicine? (Back to top)
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

• diabetes
• heart disease, angina, irregular heartbeat or previous heart attack
• lung disease, including asthma
• overactive thyroid
• pheochromocytoma
• stomach problems or ulcers
• an unusual or allergic reaction to nicotine, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
• pregnant or trying to get pregnant
• breast-feeding

How should I use this medicine? (Back to top)
You should stop smoking completely before using the inhaler. Follow the directions carefully. Use exactly as directed. Do not use the inhaler more often than directed.

A patient information sheet for the product will be given with each prescription and refill. Read this sheet carefully each time. The sheet may change frequently.

Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.

Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.

Note: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.

What if I miss a dose? (Back to top)
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, use only that dose. Do not use double or extra doses.

What may interact with this medicine? (Back to top)

• medicines for asthma
• medicines for high blood pressure
• medicines for mental depression

This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care providers a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.

What side effects may I notice from this medicine? (Back to top)
Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:

• allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
• changes in hearing
• changes in vision
• chest pain
• cold sweats
• confusion
• fast, irregular heartbeat
• feeling faint or lightheaded, falls
• headache
• increased saliva
• nausea, vomiting
• stomach pain
• weakness

• diarrhea
• dry mouth
• hiccups
• irritability
• nervousness or restlessness
• trouble sleeping or vivid dreams
  

This list may not describe all possible side effects.

What should I watch for while using this medicine? (Back to top)
Always carry the inhaler with you. Do not smoke, chew nicotine gum, or use snuff while you are using this medicine. This reduces the chance of a nicotine overdose.

If you are a diabetic and you quit smoking, the effects of insulin may be increased and you may need to reduce your insulin dose. Check with your doctor or health care professional about how you should adjust your insulin dose.

Where should I keep this medicine? (Back to top)
Keep out of the reach of children.

Store at room temperature below 25 degrees C (77 degrees F). Protect from heat and light. Throw away unused medicine after the expiration date.

NOTE: This sheet is a summary. It may not cover all possible information. If you have questions about this medicine, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.

Last Updated:March 29, 2006

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