Nicotex Sugar Free Mint Plus Chewing Gums 12 Gums

What it is & how it works

• A nicotine replacement therapy (NRT), delivering nicotine via gum to help manage withdrawal and cravings while giving up smoking or chewing tobacco. It excludes harmful smoke chemicals like tar or carbon monoxide

• Available in mint‑flavored sugar-free variants, commonly 2 mg and sometimes 4 mg strengths

Indications & Usage

• Primary use: Aid in smoking cessation or quitting gutka/chewing tobacco

• Typical 12-week program:

  • Weeks 1–6: 1 gum every 1–2 hours

  • Weeks 7–9: 1 gum every 2–4 hours

  • Weeks 10–12: 1 gum every 4–8 hours

• Max 24 pieces/day for 2 mg, 15 for 4 mg gom

Chewing method (“chew‑and‑park”):

1. Chew slowly until a peppery/tingly flavor emerges.

2. Park gum against cheek lining.

3. Resume chewing when tingling fades; typically used for ~30 minutes

Who should use it cautiously or avoid?

• Pregnancy & breastfeeding: Consult a doctor—may be unsafe; risk category C

• Cardiovascular conditions, hypertension, thyroid disorders, ulcers, kidney/liver issues—seek medical advice

• Certain drugs (e.g., insulin, theophylline, antipsychotics) may interact .

Avoid alcohol, coffee, colas within 15 minutes of use as they reduce nicotine effectiveness

Tips & advice

• Best results when used with behavioral support (counseling, peer groups).

• Avoid chewing like regular gum—use chew‑and‑park.

• Don’t eat or drink (especially acidic or caffeinated beverages) 15 minutes before/during use.

• Don’t over‑use: Key to reduce dependency—after completing the 12‑week plan, taper off.