NICORETTEQUICK 1MG/OROMUCOSAL SPRAY, 150-DOSE SOLUTION IN DISPENSER

Name
Nicorettequick 1 mg/actuation, oromucosal spray, solution
Nicotine


What is it and what is it used for?
Nicorettequick is used as an aid when you want to quit smoking or to reduce the number of cigarettes smoked before quitting completely. This treatment is called nicotine replacement therapy (NRT).

Nicorettequick relieves nicotine withdrawal symptoms, including cravings and the symptoms experienced when quitting smoking. When you suddenly stop supplying your body with nicotine from tobacco, you experience various unpleasant sensations known as withdrawal symptoms. Nicorettequick helps prevent or reduce these unpleasant sensations and cravings by continuing to supply a reduced amount of nicotine to the body for a short period of time. Nicorettequick does not contain tar, carbon monoxide, or other toxins found in cigarette smoke.

To increase your chances of quitting smoking, you should also seek support and advice from qualified professionals, if possible.


What you need to know before taking the medicine
Do not use Nicorettequick:
• if you are allergic to nicotine or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6);
• if you are under 18 years of age;
• if you have never smoked.


Warnings and precautions
Talk to your doctor before using this medicine if you have any of the following conditions. You may still be able to take Nicorettequick, but you should consult your doctor first if:
- you have recently (within the previous 3 months) had a heart attack or stroke ;
- chest pain (unstable angina) or angina at rest has been observed;
- you have a heart condition that affects your heart rate or rhythm;
- you suffer from hypertension not controlled by medications;
- Allergic reactions including swelling of the lips, face, and throat (angioedema) or an itchy skin rash (hives) have been reported. In some cases, nicotine replacement therapy can trigger this type of reaction;
- moderate or severe liver disease ;
- severe kidney disease ;
- diabetes ;
- hyperthyroidism ;
- tumor of the adrenal glands (pheochromocytoma);
- gastric or duodenal ulcer ;
- esophagitis ;
- history of epilepsy or seizures .

Nicorettequick should not be used by non-smokers.

Children and adolescents
Do not give this medicine to children and adolescents.


Possible side effects
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.

Nicorettequick can cause the same side effects as other forms of nicotine. Side effects generally depend on the dose taken.

Effects related to smoking cessation (nicotine withdrawal)
Some of the side effects experienced when quitting smoking may be withdrawal symptoms due to reduced nicotine intake.

Such effects include:
• irritability, aggression, impatience or frustration;
• anxiety, restlessness or difficulty concentrating;
• night awakenings or sleep disturbances;
• increased appetite or weight gain;
• feeling depressed;
• urge to smoke (desire to smoke);
• reduction in heart rate;
• bleeding gums or mouth ulcers;
• dizziness or light-headedness;
• cough, sore throat, stuffy or runny nose;
• constipation.

If you notice any of the rare serious side effects listed below, stop taking Nicorettequick and contact a doctor immediately (signs of angioedema):
• swelling of the face, tongue or pharynx;
• difficulty swallowing;
• hives and breathing difficulties.

Very common: may affect more than 1 in 10 people:
• hiccups (particularly common);
• headache, nausea;
• throat irritation.

Common: May affect up to 1 in 10 people:
• local effects such as burning sensation, inflammation of the mouth, alteration in taste perception;
• dry mouth or increased salivation;
• feeling of dyspepsia;
• abdominal pain or discomfort;
• vomiting, flatulence or diarrhea;
• feeling of tiredness (fatigue);
• hypersensitivity (allergy);
• tingling;
• cough.

Uncommon: may affect up to 1 in 100 people:
• effects on the nose such as blocked nose or sneezing;
• wheezing (bronchospasm) or feeling of difficulty breathing (dyspnea), feeling of tightness in the throat;
• skin redness (flushing), or increased sweating;
• oral effects such as tingling in the mouth, inflammation of the tongue, mouth ulcers, damage to the oral mucosa or alteration of the voice, pain in the mouth and throat, belching, bleeding gums;
• palpitations (unusual awareness of heartbeat), increased heart rate, high blood pressure;
• skin rashes and/or itching (hives);
• disturbed sleep;
• chest discomfort and pain;
• weakness, feeling unwell;
• runny nose.

Rare: may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people:
• difficulty swallowing, reduced sensation in the mouth;
• retching.

Not known (frequency cannot be estimated from the available data):
• blurred vision, increased tearing;
• dry throat, gastrointestinal disturbances, sore lips;
• redness of the skin;
• allergic reactions, including swelling of the face and mouth (angioedema or anaphylaxis);
• irregular heartbeat;
• convulsions.

If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet.

Reporting of side effects
If you experience any side effects, including any not listed in this leaflet, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. You can also report side effects directly via the national reporting system at: https://www.aifa.gov.it/content/segnalazionireazioni-avverse .
By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.