Question 1

can you use expired nicotine gum?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Most expiration dates are not all that accurate. It is not like a medicine is fine one day and the next day it suddenly goes bad. If it's just a few months past the expiration date it's probably perfectly fine. If it is way past it may not be quite as potent as it once was but it will not be dangerous. Try it and see.
It will certainly be WAY safer than smoking cigarettes, which are deadly poison!

Question 2

how does nicorette (nicotine gum) gum work?

Accepted Answer

Replaces nicotine: The real problem with nicotine is the delivery device. Cigarettes, cigars and chewing tobacco all can cause serious health problems due to the other ingredients in tobacco. By switching to nicorette (nicotine gum) you are only getting nicotine to help reduce the craving for it. Over time you can break the habit of smoking and reduce your dependence on nicotine.

Question 3

how does nicorette (nicotine gum) gum work and does it really work?

Accepted Answer

One approach: We finally agree about the multiple dangers from the many chemicals in nicotine delivery systems.
Yes it really works;however it is not unusual that a multiple approach may be the right fit fot you.:please consult with your physician;medication, support groups, and more may be just what fits you. Good luck!

Question 4

do nicorette (nicotine gum) products really work or not, in helping you quit?

Accepted Answer

They help.: Nicotine replacement products have been shown in clinical studies to improve the rate of smoking cessation over quitting "cold turkey". Even better are combining support groups with nicotine replacement. This brings the sustained quit rates to 15-17%. Even better is the prescription drug Chantix which has the most success, but does have some side effects as well.

Question 5

is nicotine gum still cancerous?

Accepted Answer

Actually there: Are numerous carcinogens in tobacco, but nicotine is *not* carcinogenic, it is just highly addictive.  The idea of patches is that they taper the dose of nicotine to aid your dependence on it, until you stop...The craving is less.  So, the nicorette/derm is safe, a bridge to lower your 'required' dose, and help you ditch the product.

Question 6

on nicotine gum for over 1 yr. started having uncomfortable fast heart rate lasting up to an hour & increased bp. quit gum 5 days ago. been monitoring bp & hr. have been great. no meds. today, resting hr is 57 & 58. is that to low? work at desk job?

Accepted Answer

: Always double check pulse by counting at wrist for 60 seconds to validate your pulseometer. I would not use the gum this long. Discuss with Dr.

Question 7

why do smokers chew nicotine gum?

Accepted Answer

Ease witdrawal: It can help manage withdrawal symptoms and allow for a gradual taper of nicitine levels while braking the behavioral patterns associated w smoking.

Question 8

what is the cheapest nicotine gum?

Accepted Answer

Generic: There is a generic 2 and 4 mg gum respectively however if trying to quit smoking by itself it is not very effective.

Question 9

how do i break a nicotine gum habit?

Accepted Answer

Nicotine gum: There is a particular plan for withdrawal that you need to follow, consult your doctor and tell her or him exactly how much you are using and your doctor can help you develop a plan to discontinue without causing undue discomfort. Best.

Question 10

can you tell me is nicotine gum bad for you?

Accepted Answer

Not especially: At least in most people, and if used as directed.  It is not really 'gum' in the usual sense - the stuff is thicker and more viscous than usual gum, so it's harder to chew, and TMJ (jaw) pain and headaches can happen, as well as the stuff pulling out loose fillings etc.  I have had a few patients replace tobacco with gum, then not be able to quit the gum. I recommend skin patches in tapering doses.

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