Question 1

can a child get severely sick if he swallows a nicotine gum tablet?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Swallowing even one is bad, but probably won't make him too sick.  But the more pieces of gum he eats, and the smaller he is, the more likely he is to get significantly sick.  Nicotine overdoses can cause nausea, vomiting, sweating, flushing and dizziness.  When the dose increases, it can cause irregular heart beats, seizures, or even death.  These should definitely be out of the reach of kids.

Question 2

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 3

does nicotine gum hurt liver?

Accepted Answer

Nicotine gum: Nicotine gum can constrict blood vessels, and long-term use has been associated with gum disease, although rare.

Question 4

how can nicotine gum affect a non-smokers lungs?

Accepted Answer

No lung effect ofGum: Nicotine gum has no effect on the lungs of the person chewing it.   It is, however, addictive. People who quit smoking by chewing nicotine gum will still need to go through withdrawal from the nicotine at some point.

Question 5

i'm addicted to nicotine gum should i be worried?

Accepted Answer

Not particularly: Since it is far better than being dependent on the nicotine in tobacco, which comes with organic agents, formaldehyde, carbon monoxide and assorted other poisons.  The gum is not great for your jaw and teeth, and can cause TMJ pain and pull out fillings. I would recommend switching to lozenges, or better yet, go to an equivalent dose patch (14-21 mg) for a week then cut back for 1-2 weeks ; stop.

Question 6

can you take nicorette (nicotine gum) and nitro-dur?

Accepted Answer

I suppose: One would expect that a patient needing nitrates would be more likely to have complications from any nicotine compound which would promote vasospasm.  However,  if the choice were nicorette (nicotine gum) vs. Cigarettes, i would prefer the nicorette (nicotine gum).

Question 7

is it ok to use nicotine gum with paxil (paroxetine)?

Accepted Answer

Yes: There are no contraindications between nicotine replacement therapy and any antidepressant.  Hope you are successful with your quit efforts.  I generally recommend the use of skin patches, which provide more even levels of nicotine, and then use gum or lozenges only for breakthrough craving, but gum or lozenges alone can work too.

Question 8

is it okay to chew nicorette (nicotine gum) gum while being on ciprofloxacin?

Accepted Answer

Yes: You're fine. This would be a great time to stop smoking altogether. Best of luck.

Question 9

help plz! can prolonged use of nicorette (nicotine gum) gum cause aging of the skin?

Accepted Answer

Drink water: The gum is not meant to use forever. You can and should wean yourself from it. It may be easier than you think since you broke the behavioral habit.  Cut by half each week if possible. Also, be sure to drink 8 glasses (8oz) of water a day to reduce any dehydration wrinkling. Once you can stop the gum, keep properly hydrated and you'll have your originally intended age-appropriate skin.

Question 10

and i'm using nicorette (nicotine gum) now. but it burns. are these side effects for it?

Accepted Answer

Yes: A slight burning in the mouth is a normal side effect of nicorette (nicotine gum). It should decrease as the medicine is absorbed from the gum.

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I'm addicted to nicotine gum should i be worried?

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Is it okay to chew nicorette (nicotine gum) gum while being on ciprofloxacin?

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And i'm using nicorette (nicotine gum) now. but it burns. are these side effects for it?

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