Nicotine replacement therapy

Preparations containing nicotine that are used in place of cigarettes as an aid to stopping smoking. Nicotine products are available in the form of sublingual tablets, chewing gum, skin patches, nasal spray, or inhaler. Side effects may include nausea, headache, palpitations, cold or flu-like symptoms, hiccups, and vivid dreaming. Nicotine replacement therapy should be used as part of a complete package of measures, including the determination to succeed.

 

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