Nicotine polacrilex is nicotine in gum or lozenge form widely used for smoking cessation by smokers who want to quit. It is a combination of nicotine and an ion-exchange resin that is added to gum or lozenge products. The resin provides an ideal vehicle for nicotine in controlled doses and makes nicotine easier to absorb orally.
How to Use Nicotine Polacrilex
When used in gum and lozenge form, you need to chew the gum slowly and stop chewing when you feel a tingling sensation. You should keep the gum in one section of the mouth against the buccal mucosa and refrain from chewing until the sensation disappears. Once it does, you can move the gum to another section of the mouth and start chewing until the tingling sensation manifests again.
When using lozenges, it is best to put the lozenge in the mouth and let it melt for 30 minutes without chewing or swallowing. You can dissolve the lozenge by moving it from one side of the mouth to another. You may feel a warm or tingly feeling as the lozenge is in your mouth. Nine lozenges per day for the first six weeks of treatment is the ideal for treatment of those who want to quit smoking.
Common and Severe Side Effects
Common side effects in the use of nicotine polacrilex include hiccups, nausea, and heartburn. These can often occur when you chew a piece of gum right after the other. Your doctor may also advise you to avoid chewing more than 24 pieces of gum a day to avoid severe side effects.
Over-dosage may lead to severe side effects such as weakness, dizziness, vomiting, diarrhea and fast heart rate. If a user starts wheezing or feels tightness in the chest, has difficulty breathing, or problems with the teeth or jaw, it is best to seek emergency medical attention. For more information visit BGP Group. You can also follow them on Twitter.
