Nicotrol Inhaler

Special information if you are pregnant or breastfeeding

Cigarette smoking during pregnancy is associated with low birth weight, an increased risk of stillbirth, and a greater chance of miscarriage, so it's extremely important to quit. The Nicotrol Inhaler system may be less harmful than cigarettes, since it does not contain the hydrogen cyanide and carbon monoxide present in cigarette smoke. Nevertheless, nicotine alone can cause fetal harm in lab animals, and your best course is to avoid nicotine in any form. Quitting with the aid of a nicotine-replacement system such as Nicotrol Inhaler should be considered only if all other quit-smoking strategies fail. Discuss the problem thoroughly with your doctor.

Nicotine passes into breast milk and ideally should not be taken in any form during breastfeeding. However, use of the Nicotrol Inhaler system could be preferable to smoking, since it may reduce the level of nicotine in your system. If you are breastfeeding, discuss with your doctor the relative pros and cons of quitting with the Nicotrol Inhaler.

Recommended dosage

ADULTS

Dosage varies with the stage of treatment.

Initial Treatment (Up to 12 Weeks):

Use at least 6 cartridges a day for the first 3 to 6 weeks. Additional doses may be needed to control the urge to smoke, up to a maximum of 16 cartridges a day. The average number of doses falls between these extremes.

Gradual Reduction of Dose (Up to 12 Weeks):

Start using Nicotrol Inhaler less frequently. You may find it helpful to keep a tally of daily usage, set a steadily diminishing target, or plan a fixed quit date. Some people find that they can stop abruptly with success.

Overdosage

Excessive doses of nicotine can cause severe symptoms, and may even be fatal. If you suspect an overdose, seek medical attention immediately.

• Symptoms of nicotine overdose may include:
  Abdominal pain, breathing abnormalities, cold sweat, confusion, diarrhea, dizziness, exhaustion, headaches, hearing difficulties, increased salivation, low blood pressure, nausea, pallor, tremor, vision problems, vomiting, weakness