Nicotine (Inhalation-Systemic)

Brand Names : Nicotrol Inhaler

Proper Use of This Medicine

The nicotine inhaler usually comes with patient directions. Read the directions carefully before using this medicine .

The nicotine inhaler should be used at or above room temperature (60 �F [16 �C]). Cold temperatures decrease the amount of nicotine you inhale.

It is important to participate in a stop-smoking program during treatment . This may make it easier for you to stop smoking.

To decrease the risk of becoming dependent on the nicotine inhaler, your doctor may instruct you to stop treatment gradually. This may be done by keeping track of, and steadily reducing, use of the nicotine inhaler or by setting a planned date for stopping use of the inhaler.

Dosing - The dose of nicotine will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label . The following information includes only the average doses of nicotine. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.

• For cartridge for inhalation dosage form:
  • To help you stop smoking:
    • Adults and older teenagers - At first, the dose is 6 to 16 cartridges per day for up to twelve weeks. Then the dose is gradually reduced over a period of up to twelve weeks.
    • Children - Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.

Storage - To store this medicine:

• Keep out of the reach of children.
• Store away from heat and direct light.
• Do not store in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink, or in other damp places. Heat or moisture may cause the medicine to break down.
• Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed. Be sure that any discarded medicine is out of the reach of children.