Frequently Asked Questions

More than 130 clinical studies confirm the efficacy and safety of NICORETTE® Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT). By using our products, your chance of successfully quitting smoking is higher versus willpower alone.

If you’re used to getting nicotine via cigarettes, this scratchy sensation is not uncommon. When you smoke cigarettes, the nicotine is absorbed through your lungs. When you use NICORETTE® products, you absorb nicotine through your saliva. Since it’s a new way of absorbing nicotine, it can lead to irritation of your pharynx. After some time, the scratchy sensation should subside.

Combination Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) is when you use a patch along with gum. It may be a therapy strategy that a healthcare professional would advise for a heavily dependent smoker and/or someone who has previously failed to quit with NRT. For further advice about combination or dual therapy, please consult your doctor.

Most people use 8-12 gums in a day. Do not exceed 24 gums over 24 hours. If you plan to use the patch with an oral product, you should speak with your healthcare professional.