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79-648: Nicorette is the brand name of a number of products for nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) that contain nicotine polacrilex . Developed in the late 1970s in Sweden by AB Leo  [ sv ] in the form of a chewing gum, Nicorette was the first nicotine replacement product on the market. The product range encompasses chewing gum, lozenges, patches of two kinds (transparent and non-transparent), oral spray (Nicorette QuickMist), inhalator, sublingual tablets (Nicorette Microtab) and nasal spray. Nicotine replacement products including gum and transdermal patches are on

158-411: A certain treatment varies, with compliance being the highest with nicotine patches, followed by nicotine gum, inhalers, and nasal sprays. Using a few different nicotine replacement methods in combination may improve success rates in stopping tobacco use. Additionally, using nicotine replacement with counseling has been proven to improve tobacco abstinence rates. These other strategies include: creating

237-469: A dramatic decrease between 4-weeks and one year. A quit rate of 53% at four weeks fell to only 15% at one year. Younger smokers, females, pregnant smokers and more deprived smokers had lower quit rates than other groups. The efficacy for each of the formulations alone (lozenges, nasal spray, gum, and transdermal patch) to aid in smoking cessation is equal. Efficacy increases 15% to 36% with combining treatments such as gum and lozenges. Higher doses increase

316-499: A higher dosage strength of 25 mg of nicotine to the previously available 5, 10 and 15 mg; and increase the proportion of bioavailable nicotine). In 2009, Nicorette introduced "Icy White" chewing gum with teeth whitening and Nicorette Mentolmint, a chewing gum with softer menthol taste. At the end of November 2010, Nicorette introduced QuickMist 1 mg mouthspray , which provides more rapid absorption of nicotine than lozenges or gum. In January 2011, Nicorette UK launched

395-422: A keratinizing type in response to frictional or chemical trauma, in which case it undergoes hyperkeratinization. This change to hyperkeratinization commonly occurs on the usually nonkeratinized buccal mucosa when the linea alba forms, a white ridge of calloused tissue that extends horizontally at the level where the maxillary and mandibular teeth come together and occlude. Histologically, an excess amount of keratin

474-689: A mail from his friend Dr. Claes Lundgren at the Department of Aviation Medicine at the Physiological Institute of Lund University , suggesting he develop an orally consumed substitute for tobacco. He and his colleague Stefan Lichtneckert noted how submariners and aviation crews switched from cigarettes to chewing tobacco and snus when smoking was not possible. They also suggested the product name "Nicorette". Fernö began experimenting with nicotine gum in 1969, and quit smoking himself after one year of use. The first nicotine chewing gum

553-436: A method to treat tobacco dependence through priming the body to mount an immune response against nicotine. Oral mucosa Oral mucosa can be divided into three main categories based on function and histology : Oral mucosa consists of two layers, the surface stratified squamous epithelium and the deeper lamina propria . In keratinized oral mucosa, the epithelium consists of four layers: In nonkeratinised epithelium,

632-549: A nicotine patch. NRT products were first approved for use in the United States in 1984. Nicotine replacement products are on the World Health Organization's List of Essential Medicines .. They are available as generic medication . The nicotine patch is a once-daily, longer-acting form of NRT. An advantage of the nicotine patch is its simple compliance; it does not require active use throughout

711-725: A number of distinct functions. The majority of viral infections affecting the oral cavity are caused by the human herpes virus group. Each human herpes virus may present differently within the oral cavity. They are more likely to affect immunocompromised patients such as children and the elderly. Oral fungal infections are most commonly caused by different Candida species such as Candida albicans , Candida glabrata and Candida tropicalis resulting in oral candidiasis . There are several predisposing factors to fungal infections such as systemic disease for example Diabetes, recent antibiotics, use of steroid inhalers etc . Management includes identifying and addressing contributory factors,

790-836: A physician before initiating NRT. Smoking is known to cause cardiovascular diseases such as coronary heart disease, hypertension, heart attack, stroke, and peripheral artery disease. Cigarette smoking is the cause of 20% of all cardiovascular deaths in the United States, which is the leading cause of mortality. Nicotine replacement therapies should be used cautiously in individuals with the following conditions: severe reactive airway diseases (for nasal spray), chronic nasal disorders such as sinusitis, polyps, rhinitis, or allergy (for nasal spray), diabetes (insulin-dependent), gastrointestinal diseases such as esophagitis, active gastric or peptic ulcer disease, liver problems, hyperthyroidism,pheochromocytoma, phenylketonuria (for lozenges), renal problems, and skin conditions such as psoriasis or dermatitis (for

869-412: A plan to quit and utilizing quit programs, a quit phone line, or app that provides tips and inspiration to help quit. Using nicotine replacement therapy to quit smoking should be considered for people who are severely dependent on nicotine. People who are severely dependent include those who smoke: more than one pack per day, within five minutes of awakening, while ill, when they wake up in the middle of

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948-502: A smoking cessation service based on pharmacotherapy in combination with counseling support. An Action on Smoking and Health (UK) (ASH) report claims that the average cost per life-year gained for every smoker successfully treated by these services is less than £1,000 (below the NICE guidelines of £20,000 per QALY (quality-adjusted life year). However, the investment in NHS stop smoking services

1027-538: A sugar substitute ( xylitol ) and flavouring masks the nicotine taste. In 2005, Nicorette introduced Fresh Mint chewing gum. In December 2008, Nicorette introduced a new semi-transparent nicotine patch under the trade name "Invisipatch". As stated by the UK Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency , in addition to this more discreet patch to encourage better customer compliance, new Nicorette transdermal patches have been developed to: reduce patch size; add

1106-528: A tobacco-free variant of snus. They are pre-portioned and are held in the user's lip or cheek allowing for sublingual or buccal delivery of flavors and high doses of nicotine. The small pouches are not like chewing tobacco , as the user does not need to spit since the contents of the pouches stay inside during use. Swedish pouches have been available on the American consumer market since at least 2016 but their popularity and controversy surged in 2019 and 2020. In

1185-507: A total nicotine delivery that is comparable to that of nicotine gum. Nicotine toothpicks generally are infused with food-grade flavorings and 1–3 mg of nicotine, which is similar to that of other oral-delivery nicotine products and some cigarettes. In spite of these similarities, as of 2018 they have been a subject of controversy. Online retailers have been under scrutiny for allowing their products to be too easily purchased by youth. Various news outlets and school districts have expressed

1264-520: A true pulmonary inhaler, and nicotine vaccines . Nicotine preloading, otherwise known as pre-cessation or pre-quitting NRT, has found that using the patch for a few weeks before the quit date produces significantly higher quit rates than if it was started on the quit day. The true pulmonary inhaler would deliver nicotine to the lungs in a manner that more resembles cigarette smoking, which would provide better relief of background cravings as well as acute cravings. Nicotine vaccines are under investigation as

1343-866: A working group set up by the Committee on Safety of Medicines (since 2005, the Commission on Human Medicines ) the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) concluded that nicotine replacement therapy products should be used also by those who are unable to stop abruptly. Nicorette products in the UK are indicated to: The products are intended for adults and children over 12 years of age as well as pregnant and lactating women (it has been concluded that "the use of NRT in pregnancy does not give undue concern and any harm caused by nicotine replacement must be compared with that caused by continued smoking – which

1422-417: Is a fibrous connective tissue layer that consists of a network of type I and III collagen and elastin fibers in some regions. The main cells of the lamina propria are the fibroblasts , which are responsible for the production of the fibers as well as the extracellular matrix . The lamina propria , like all forms of connective tissue proper , has two layers: papillary and dense. The papillary layer

1501-428: Is available in two strengths: 2 mg/piece and 4 mg/piece. Dosing would depend on the degree of nicotine dependence: light smokers should use 2 mg gum, heavy smokers (more than 25 cigarettes a day) should use 4 mg gum. Patients should chew gum once they feel the craving. FDA limits maximum daily amount of 2 mg gum pieces to 24 pieces. The patches provide slow absorption of nicotine into blood within

1580-673: Is available. Tentative evidence supports that it is better than a placebo. MHRA suggests not to use more than 2 sprays at a time, up to 4 sprays per hour and no more than 64 sprays per 24 hours period. The Nicorette brand started with a nicotine gum developed in Helsingborg ( Sweden ) by the company Leo AB, later part of Pharmacia & Upjohn . It was the first product for nicotine replacement therapy and gained its inventor, Ove Fernö, titles like "the founding father of modern pharmacotherapy for smoking". In December 1967, Fernö, Vice President of Research and Development at AB Leo, received

1659-419: Is considered less safe for the fetus because it delivers continuous nicotine exposure, as opposed to the gum or lozenge, which delivers intermittent and thus lower nicotine exposure. Strong evidence suggests that nicotine cannot be regarded as a safe substance of cigarette use. Nicotine itself could be at least partly responsible for many of the adverse after birth health results related to cigarette use while

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1738-455: Is extremely harmful to both the woman and her child".) Nicorette, like all other nicotine replacement therapy products, are most beneficial for heavy smokers (more than 15 cigarettes per day). There are not enough studies to show that nicotine replacement therapy helps those who smoke fewer than 10 cigarettes per day. The typical contraindication (reason to not use) for Nicorette products is hypersensitivity to nicotine. Cardiovascular disease

1817-493: Is generally based on if the user is considered a heavy, average, or light smoker. A cigarette delivers an average of 1 mg to 3 mg of the nicotine contained in it. NRT products typically aim to parallel this, but the amount of nicotine absorbed by the user is less than the original dose. Nicotine nasal sprays are formulated in doses of lowest strength, available in 0.5 mg and 1 mg strengths. Nicotine lozenges deliver doses as low as 1 mg up to 4 mg. It

1896-535: Is in international waters, under a totally different legal framework, and they all started to sponsor yachts… I was absolutely furious when yachts (with names of tobacco companies) started arriving on the scene… I thought it was unfair that they were using my sport. It's a green sport, it's a healthy sport ... it is not a sport to be hijacked. In 1995, the Nicorette team was banned from the Cape to Rio Race , sponsored by

1975-719: Is not chewed as the gum would be, and dissolves in approximately 30 minutes. This formulation may be preferred by those individuals who do not find gum chewing to be acceptable. Nicotine gum is available in doses of 2 mg and 4 mg. Using 4 mg nicotine gum versus 2 mg gum increases the likelihood of successful smoking cessation. When using the gum, acidic beverages like soda, coffee, or beer should be avoided fifteen minutes prior and during use because they can impede proper absorption of nicotine. Nicotine inhalers come in 10 mg and 15 mg cartridge strengths and typically deliver around 4 mg in one dose. The inhaler may be preferred in individuals who want to satisfy

2054-401: Is noted on the surface of the tissue, and the tissue has all the layers of an orthokeratinized tissue with its granular and keratin layers. In patients who have habits such as clenching or grinding ( bruxism ) their teeth, a larger area of the buccal mucosa than just the linea alba becomes hyperkeratinized. This larger white, rough, raised lesion needs to be recorded so that changes may be made in

2133-594: Is present in the gingiva and hard palate as well as areas of the dorsal surface of the tongue. Keratinization is the differentiation of keratinocytes in the stratum granulosum into nonvital surface cells or squames to form the stratum corneum. The cells terminally differentiate as they migrate to the surface from the stratum basale where the progenitor cells are located to the superficial surface. Unlike keratinized epithelium, nonkeratinized epithelium normally has no superficial layers showing keratinization. Nonkeratinized epithelium may, however, readily transform into

2212-454: Is rare, it can be problematic, especially in children and pets. The symptoms of nicotine overdose include headache, pale skin and mouth, belly pain, weakness, diarrhea, tremors or seizures, agitation, confusion, restlessness, high or low blood pressure, fast or irregular heartbeat, fast breathing, and cold sweats. Limited evidence exists regarding long-term NRT use. Nicotine is not safe to use in any amount during pregnancy. Nicotine crosses

2291-494: Is relatively low. A comparison with treatment costs for illicit drug users shows that £585 million is committed for 350,000 problem drug users compared to £56 million for 9 million users of tobacco. This is £6.20 for each smoker, compared to £1,670 per illegal drug user. The claims for high efficacy and cost-effectiveness of NRT have not been substantiated in real-world effectiveness studies. Pierce and Gilpin (2002) stated their conclusion as follows: "Since becoming available over

2370-449: Is sponsoring Hendrick Motorsports with Jeff Gordon 's car. The brand also runs the Nicorette's Quit Crew program to help racers quit smoking. It was reported that the brand supports car races because NASCAR fans are heavy smokers. Nicotine replacement therapy Nicotine replacement therapy ( NRT ) is a medically approved way to treat people with tobacco use disorder by taking nicotine through means other than tobacco . It

2449-554: Is that UK smokers are trying to quit with e-cigarettes rather than NRT methods. E-cigarettes are often, although not always, designed to look and feel like cigarettes. They have been marketed as less harmful alternatives to cigarettes, but very few are as yet approved as NRTs in any jurisdiction . Some electronic cigarettes have coarsely adjustable nicotine levels. Some healthcare groups have hesitated to recommend e-cigarettes for quitting smoking , because of limited evidence of effectiveness and safety. However, more recent review show

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2528-412: Is the more superficial layer of the lamina propria. It consists of loose connective tissue within the connective tissue papillae, along with blood vessels and nerve tissue. The tissue has an equal amount of fibers, cells, and intercellular substance. The dense layer is the deeper layer of the lamina propria. It consists of dense connective tissue with a large amount of fibers. Between the papillary layer and

2607-414: Is unclear whether adolescents gain benefit from cognitive-behavioral therapy or smoking cessation over the long-term as of 2017. Most tobacco users are under-eighteens when they start, and almost no-one over the age of 25 starts using. While there is no evidence that NRT can increase the risk of heart attacks, individuals with pre-existing cardiovascular conditions or recent heart attacks should consult

2686-457: Is used to help with quitting smoking or stopping chewing tobacco . It increases the chance of quitting tobacco smoking by about 55%. Often it is used along with other behavioral techniques. NRT has also been used to treat ulcerative colitis . Types of NRT include the adhesive patch , chewing gum , lozenges , nose spray , and inhaler . The use of multiple types of NRT at a time may increase effectiveness. Common side effects depend on

2765-495: The United States Public Health Service listed seven agents for the stopping of tobacco, which included five nicotine replacement treatments (nicotine patches, gum, lozenges, inhalers, and nasal sprays) and two oral medications ( bupropion and varenicline ). Other NRT options are available, including nicotine mouth sprays and sublingual tablets. The dose of nicotine replacement therapy products

2844-628: The World Health Organization's List of Essential Medicines . The brand name "Nicorette" comes from "nicotine" and Swedish : rette , "right way". Nicorette products are indicated for the relief of withdrawal symptoms associated with nicotine withdrawal and to aid in smoking cessation . It is suggested that Nicorette products should be used in "conjunction with a behavioural support programme". Prior to 2005, nicotine products in Britain were only licensed to "assist smokers who were making an immediate and complete quit attempt". Following advice from

2923-429: The placenta and is found in the breast milk of mothers who smoke as well as mothers who inhale passive smoke . There are possible harms to the baby if NRT is used during pregnancy . Thus, pregnant women and those who are breastfeeding should also consult a physician before initiating NRT. The gum, lozenge, and nasal spray are pregnancy category C. The transdermal patch is pregnancy category D. The transdermal patch

3002-530: The ActiveStop mobile app for iOS featuring target setting, a wish list, distractions, achievement sharing, information and games. Nicorette has been sponsoring yacht racing since 1993 when it partnered with Ludde Ingvall , a Finnish-Australian sailor who started a non-smoking team in 1991. The tobacco companies were ousted from land-based sports due to legislation that stopped them from promoting themselves in other sports… They all realized that yachting

3081-819: The British researcher Michael Russell from the Institute of Psychiatry , who pioneered the measurement of blood nicotine levels. Russell and his colleagues at the Addiction Research Unit at the Institute of Psychiatry became involved in further research into nicotine gum through randomised controlled trials funded by the British Medical Research Council and the UK Department of Health and Social Security . Nicorette

3160-511: The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) stated that the contraindication concerning usage of nicotine replacement therapy products while smoking is no longer valid. The FDA approved labeling for Nicorette products with a warning concerning pregnancy and breastfeeding : "This medicine is believed to be safer than smoking. However, the risks to your child from this medicine are not fully known". The FDA suggests not using Nicorette products if

3239-476: The US and UK concerns have been raised that nicotine pouches are seemingly too similar to banned snus products, is aimed at teenagers, further complicating the youth vaping trend, falling into the hands of adolescents easily, and are discrete enough to easily pass for regular gums or lozenges. Nicotine infused toothpicks are another product that has been available in the United States since at least 2013. They can have

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3318-426: The ability of people trying to quit tobacco products. Nicotine replacement therapy is as effective as medications, such as bupropion , in helping people quit smoking for at least six months. All forms of nicotine replacement therapy, including nicotine gum, patches, nasal spray, inhalers, and lozenges, have similar success rates in terms of helping people stop smoking. However, the likelihood that someone will stick to

3397-601: The arterial system. Nicotine replacement products vary in the time it takes for the nicotine to enter the body and the total time nicotine stays in the body. The more quickly a dose of nicotine is delivered and absorbed, the higher the addiction risk. It is possible to become dependent on some NRTs. Nicotine patches are applied to the skin and continuously administer a stable dose of nicotine slowly over 16–24 hours. Nicotine gum , nicotine sprays, nicotine toothpicks, nicotine sublingual tablets, and nicotine lozenges administer nicotine orally with quicker nicotine uptake into

3476-453: The baby if used during pregnancy . Nicotine replacement therapy works by reducing cravings caused by nicotine addiction . They were first approved for use in 1984, in the United States. Nicotine replacement products are on the World Health Organization's List of Essential Medicines . They are available as generic medications . Nicotine replacement therapy, in the form of gum, patches, nasal spray, inhaler and lozenges all improve

3555-417: The body but lasting a shorter amount of time. Nicotine inhalers are metered-dose inhalers that administer nicotine through the lungs and mucous membranes of the throat quickly, lasting for a short amount of time. For example, blood nicotine levels are the highest 5–10 minutes after using the nicotine nasal spray , 20 minutes after using a nicotine inhaler or chewing nicotine gum, and 2–4 hours after using

3634-409: The chance of stopping smoking for a period of six months and more. For patches, the most efficient doses were 25 mg worn over 16 hours or 21 mg worn over 24 hours. The evidence suggests that 4 mg nicotine gum leads to higher quit rates compared with 2 mg in heavy smokers. N -Nitrosonornicotine , a strong carcinogen present in unburned tobacco and cigarette smoke, has been found in

3713-412: The child. It also puts the child at increased risk for nicotine addiction in the future. Pregnant women should consider behavioral therapy before NRT is considered. In people under the age of eighteen, a physician is often consulted before starting NRT. The evidence suggests that exposure to nicotine between the ages of 10 and 25 years causes lasting harm to the brain and cognitive ability. Evidence

3792-411: The concern that these products have a high appeal to minors wanting to experiment with nicotine due to; the multitude of sweet flavors offered, ease & speed of use, seeming innocuous, and having a discreet nature. In 2015, NRT sales fell for the first time since 2008 while sales for e-cigarettes or electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) continued to increase at a substantial rate. The evidence

3871-434: The counter, NRT appears no longer effective in increasing long-term successful cessation" (p. 1260). Efficacy studies, which are conducted using randomized controlled trials, do not transfer very well to real-world effectiveness. Bauld, Bell, McCullough, Richardson and Greaves (2009) reviewed 20 studies on the effectiveness of intensive NHS treatments for smoking cessation published between 1990 and 2007. Quit rates showed

3950-453: The day and work for 16 hours. They are usually applied in the morning and removed at bedtime. The patch supports smoking cessation within 12 week programme: 25 mg patch (25 mg nicotine over 16 hours) for eight weeks (Step 1), 15 mg patch for two weeks (Step 2), 10 mg patch for the last two weeks (Step 3). Light smokers (less than 10 cigarettes per day) were recommended to start at Step 2 (15 mg) for eight weeks and reduce

4029-404: The day. The gum, lozenge, sublingual tablet, oral inhaler, oral spray, and nasal spray are acutely dosed products, providing the user with the benefit and ability of self-titrating based on cravings. Brand names include Commit Lozenge, Nicoderm, Nicogum, Nicorette , Nicotex, Nicotinell, and Thrive. NRT products contain similar pharmaceutical grade nicotine as is used in e-cigarettes. In 2015,

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4108-483: The deeper layers of the lamina propria is a capillary plexus, which provides nutrition for the all layers of the mucosa and sends capillaries into the connective tissue papillae. A submucosa may or may not be present deep in the dense layer of the lamina propria, depending on the region of the oral cavity. If present, the submucosa usually contains loose connective tissue and may also contain adipose tissue or salivary glands , as well as overlying bone or muscle within

4187-400: The dental treatment plan regarding the patient's parafunctional habits. Even keratinized tissue can undergo further level of hyperkeratinization; an increase in the amount of keratin is produced as a result of chronic physical trauma to the region. Changes such as hyperkeratinization are reversible if the source of the injury is removed, but it takes time for the keratin to be shed or lost by

4266-426: The dose to 10 mg for the last four weeks. Microtab supplies nicotine to the body by mouth. It is different from the chewing gum because instead of chewing the patient should allow the tablet to dissolve slowly under the tongue (the tablet dissolves in about 20-30 minutes ). The action is similar to 2 mg nicotine gum. Microtabs are used either for smoking cessation or smoking reduction. For smoking cessation

4345-411: The epidermis and dermis. Mechanical stress is continuously placed on the oral environment by actions such as eating, drinking and talking. The mouth is also subject to sudden changes in temperature and pH meaning it must be able to adapt to change quickly. The mouth is the only place in the body which provides the sensation of taste. Due to these unique physiological features, the oral mucosa must fulfil

4424-685: The first clinical trials of the gum as an aid to smoking cessation at the university hospital. His findings were presented at the Second World Conference on Smoking and Health in London and were published in 1973, in the journal Psychopharmacologia together with an article by Fernö. Nicotine chewing gum was presented at the Third World Conference on Smoking and Health in New York in 1975, by Fernö in partnership with

4503-411: The flexibility of the attachment of oral mucosa to the underlying structures. In regions such as the gingiva and parts of the hard palate, oral mucosa is attached directly to the periosteum of underlying bone, with no intervening submucosa . This arrangement is called a mucoperiosteum and provides a firm, inelastic attachment. A variable number of Fordyce spots or granules are scattered throughout

4582-428: The formulation of nicotine. Common side effects with the gum include nausea, hiccups , and irritation of the mouth. Common side effects with the patch include skin irritation and a dry mouth while the inhaler commonly results in a cough, runny nose, or headaches. Serious risks include nicotine poisoning and continued addiction . They do not appear to increase the risk of heart attacks . There are possible harms to

4661-701: The hand-to-mouth ritual that smoking provides. Transdermal patches deliver between 5 mg and 52.5 mg of nicotine, which results in plasma levels similar to that of heavy smokers. Combining nicotine patch treatment with a faster nicotine-delivery means, like nicotine gum or spray, improves the likelihood of successful treatment. Some smokeless consumer products available can function as alternative nicotine delivery systems (ANDS) but they have not received FDA approval as smoking-cessation therapy aids that are safe and effective. Snus and nasal snuff also allow for nicotine administration outside of tobacco smoking. Nicotine pouches are described as similar to or

4740-619: The inhaler commonly results in a cough, runny nose, or headaches. To minimize local skin reactions from the patch, the application site should be moved daily. The nicotine patch can also cause strange dreams if worn while asleep. Nasal sprays commonly cause nasal irritation, watering eyes, and coughing. Serious risks include nicotine poisoning , which includes symptoms like visual disturbances, hyper-salivation, nausea, and vomiting; and continued addiction to nicotine products. Avoiding smoking and other products with nicotine are recommended since it may lead to nicotine overdose. Although overdose

4819-565: The mother was pregnant. There is evidence that nicotine negatively affects fetal brain development and pregnancy outcomes. There is also risk of stillbirth and pre-term birth. Nicotine use will probably harm fetal neurological development . Risks to the child later in life from nicotine exposure during pregnancy include type 2 diabetes , obesity, hypertension, neurobehavioral defects, respiratory dysfunction, and infertility. Nicotine exposure during pregnancy can result in attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and learning disabilities in

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4898-506: The night, to ease withdrawal signs and symptoms. Nicotine replacement products are most beneficial for heavy smokers who smoke more than 15 cigarettes per day. There are not enough studies to show whether NRT helps those who smoke fewer than 10 cigarettes per day. Evaluation of NRT in real-world studies produces more modest outcomes than efficacy studies conducted by industry-funded trials. The National Health Service (NHS) in England has

4977-403: The nonkeratinized tissue. These are a normal variant, visible as small, yellowish bumps on the surface of the mucosa. They correspond to deposits of sebum from misplaced sebaceous glands in the submucosa that are usually associated with hair follicles. A basal lamina (basement membrane without aid of the microscope) is at the interface between the oral epithelium and lamina propria similar to

5056-515: The opposite, possibly because of newer types of e‐cigarettes have better nicotine delivery than older one. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has a list of additional tobacco products they are seeking to regulate, including electronic cigarettes. Most approved NRT products have been approved for over 20 years, however the FDA has also approved nicotine inhalers as a form of NRT. Future approaches of NRT could include nicotine preloading,

5135-407: The oral cavity. The oral mucosa has no muscularis mucosae, and clearly identifying the boundary between it and the underlying tissues is difficult. Typically, regions such as the cheeks, lips, and parts of the hard palate contain submucosa (a layer of loose fatty or glandular connective tissue containing the major blood vessels and nerves supplying the mucosa). The submucosa's composition determines

5214-401: The patch. Nicorette chewing gum releases nicotine while chewing. Nicotine then is absorbed across the oral mucosa into the systemic circulation . Patients are advised to chew the gum slowly and intermittently to avoid the risk of releasing too much nicotine. It is also suggested not to eat or drink while chewing since foods and beverages can reduce nicotine absorption. Nicorette chewing gum

5293-631: The patient continues to smoke, or use chewing tobacco, snuff or other nicotine-containing products. The FDA advises consulting a doctor before using the product if the patient previously had: Specific contraindications listed by the FDA for various formats include sodium-restricted diet, stomach ulcer of diabetes (for gums and lozenges), or an allergy to adhesive tape or skin problems (for patches). The FDA suggests stopping use of Nicorette products in cases of irregular heartbeat or palpitations, symptoms of nicotine overdose ( nausea , vomiting , dizziness, weakness, and rapid heartbeat) or skin redness caused by

5372-449: The standard dose is one tablet (2 mg) per hour for patients who smoke less than 20 cigarettes per day. When the craving is strong two tablets can be taken instead of one. Most patients require between 8 and 24 tablets per day. British Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency recommends not to exceed 40 tablets per day limit. Treatment should be stopped when daily consumption is around 1-2 tablets per day. A spray of nicotine

5451-462: The switch of Nicorette gum and the NicoDerm CQ transdermal nicotine patch to over-the-counter status in the US. The Nicorette inhaler was launched in 1996 and Nicorette Microtab ( sublingual tablets ) in 1999. In 2002, the FDA changed the status of Commit lozenges to over the counter in the US. In 2004, Nicorette launched Peppermint, the first coated nicotine gum. A shell coating containing

5530-409: The tissue. Thus, to check for malignant changes, a baseline biopsy and microscopic study of any whitened tissue may be indicated, especially if in a high-risk cancer category, such with a history of tobacco or alcohol use or are HPV positive. Hyperkeratinized tissue is also associated with the heat from smoking or hot fluids on the hard palate in the form of nicotinic stomatitis . The lamina propria

5609-486: The tobacco company Rothmans . The captain of "Nicorette" protested against the decision, saying that "Rothmans is scared of the boat and the healthy lifestyle it seeks to promote". A spokesperson for the organizing committee of the race later admitted that the yacht was barred because they considered the product to be in competition with the sponsor's product. In the same year the yacht won the Fastnet Race . In 1997,

5688-553: The transdermal patch). Nicotine replacement therapy works by reducing cravings due to nicotine addiction . Smoking cigarettes releases high doses of nicotine to the brain in a matter of seconds as opposed to low doses released over a period of minutes to hours by the various forms of nicotine replacement therapy. Nicotine from NRT does not reach as high a concentration in the blood as does nicotine from smoke inhalation due to different absorption methods. NRT relies on systemic venous absorption, whereas nicotine from cigarettes reaches

5767-409: The two deep layers ( basale and spinosum ) remain the same but the outer layers are termed the intermediate and superficial layers. Depending on the region of the mouth, the epithelium may be nonkeratinized or keratinized. Nonkeratinized squamous epithelium covers the soft palate , inner lips, inner cheeks, the floor of the mouth, and ventral surface of the tongue. Keratinized squamous epithelium

5846-403: The urine of some users of oral NRT products. Nicotine patches is an alternative. Some side effects are caused by the nicotine, and are common to NRT products. Other common side effects depend on the formulation of nicotine. Common side effects with the gum include nausea, hiccups , and irritation of the mouth. Common side effects with the patch include skin irritation and a dry mouth while

5925-669: The yacht broke the Transatlantic mono-hull record , covering the route from New York City to Lizard Point ( Great Britain ) in 11 days 13:22.58. Second and third generations of the yacht won the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race in 2000 and 2004. During the 90s Nicorette ( GlaxoSmithKline ) sponsored Dennis Vitolo (ex-smoker) in Payton Coyne Racing and The Grand Prix of Miami . In 2005, the brand entered NASCAR race sponsorship with Casey Mears . Since 2006, Nicorette

6004-474: Was approved by the US Food and Drug Administration after a 34-month review. It was brought to the US market by Marion Merrell Dow under licence from AB Leo. In 2016, it was the third biggest selling branded over-the-counter medication sold in Great Britain, with sales of £66.0 million. The Nicorette Patch was introduced to the market in 1991 and the nasal spray in 1994. In 1996, the FDA approved

6083-663: Was considered to be a contraindication to nicotine replacement therapy products. However, in 2003, the French Agency for the Safety of Health Products ( AFSSAPS ) removed all cardiovascular and cerebrovascular disease contraindications. In 2005, the UK Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency followed suit. The rationale is that the benefit of nicotine replacement therapy outweighs the risks of nicotine medication, even in smokers with cardiovascular disease. In 2013,

6162-486: Was produced at AB Leo in 1971. The innovation was in the use of ion-exchange resin ( polacrilex ) in order to control the rate of release of nicotine during chewing. Fernö explained, "Putting nicotine into chewing gum is not an invention. Fixing the nicotine to an ion exchange resin and putting that in a chewing gum to enable the chewer to control the rate of release—that is an invention". The same year Håkan Westling, Professor of Clinical Physiology at Lund University, started

6241-740: Was registered as a drug in Switzerland in 1978, in Canada in 1979, and in the UK in 1980. It was registered in Sweden in 1981. Initially the Swedish Medical Products Agency declined to approve Nicorette as a medicine because it considered smoking not an addiction, but a lifestyle choice; and the Swedish National Board of Health and Welfare regarded orally consumed nicotine products not as medicine but as foodstuffs. In January 1984, Nicorette chewing gum

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