Nicorette Nasal Spray 10ml
Nicotine
Pack Size: 10ml
Available as a 10ml nasal spray, with a dosage of 10mg/ml (0.5mg per spray).
A metered spray bottle containing 10ml of a 10mg/ml solution of nicotine for intranasal use.
Each 50 microlitres delivers 0.5mg nicotine.
On commencing treatment, the patient uses the spray to treat craving as required.
Adults and children over 12 years of age.
NICORETTE® Nasal Spray relieves nicotine withdrawal symptoms as an aid to smoking cessation.
It is also indicated in pregnant and lactating women.
The patient should make every effort to stop smoking completely during treatment with Nicorette Nasal Spray.
Adults (over 18 years): The frequency of use depends on the previous smoking habit of the individual and the level of their nicotine dependence.
On commencing treatment, the patient uses the spray to treat craving as required, subject to a limit of one spray to each nostril twice an hour.
The daily limit of use is 32mg of nicotine (64 sprays) which is the equivalent of two sprays to each nostril every hour for 16 hours.
Use should be restricted to 3 months.
For the first 8 weeks as required to a maximum of one spray into each nostril twice an hour for 16 hours per day.
For the subsequent 2 weeks, reduce usage by half. Final 2 weeks, reduce usage to zero.
Adults who use NRT beyond 9 months should seek advice from a healthcare professional.
Adolescents (12 to 18 years): As adult dosage, but therapy should not exceed 12 weeks without consulting a healthcare professional.
Date of preparation: May 2023
UK-ACA-2300272