How to Use Nicotine Gum

Follow the instructions that come in the box. Nicotine gum is a medicine and must be used as directed to get the best results. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before using nicotine gum if you have any questions.

Follow these steps to use nicotine gum

• Don't chew nicotine gum like regular gum. Use the “chew and park” method instead:
  • Bite into the gum slowly a few times until you feel a slight tingle or notice a peppery taste.
  • Park it between your cheek and gum and leave it there.
  • When the tingle or taste is gone, bite into it a few more times and then park it again.
  • Repeat this cycle until the tingle or taste goes away completely, usually about 30 minutes.
• Works best if you don't eat or drink 15 minutes before chewing and while you are chewing the gum. Make sure to avoid acidic liquids like soda and coffee because they can block the nicotine from being absorbed.

Follow the instructions in the box to taper off nicotine gum over time

• Weeks 1-6: Use one piece every 1-2 hours and use at least 9 pieces a day for the first 6 weeks.
• Weeks 7-9: Use one piece every 2-4 hours.
• Weeks 10-12: Use one piece every 4-8 hours.
• Do not use more than 24 pieces a day.
• If you still feel like you need to use nicotine gum after 12 weeks, talk with your doctor or pharmacist.

Dosing guide for nicotine gum

• For cigarette smokers:
  • If you smoke within 30 minutes of waking up use the 4mg gum.
  • If your first cigarette of the day is more than 30 minutes after you wake up use the 2 mg gum.
• For e-cigarette/vape users:
  • If you vape within 30 minutes of waking up, use the 4 mg gum.
  • If you first vape more than 30 minutes after you wake up, use the 2 mg gum.
• For smokeless tobacco users:
  • If you use more than 3 tins per week, use the 4 mg gum.
  • If you use 3 tins per week or less, use the 2 mg gum.