• Purpose: Relieves nicotine cravings and manages withdrawal symptoms (such as irritability, anxiety, restlessness, and poor concentration) as part of nicotine replacement therapy (NRT). Available locally via pharmacies like Goodlife Pharmacy.
• How to Chew ("Chew and Park" Method):
1. Chew the gum slowly until a strong taste or tingle appears.
2. Park the gum between your cheek and gum to allow buccal nicotine absorption.
3. Resume chewing when the taste fades, and repeat this cycle for about 30 minutes.
• Dosage & Limits:
• Weeks 1–6: Generally 1 piece every 1 to 2 hours.
• Do not exceed the maximum daily limit (typically up to 15 pieces per day depending on regional guidance, or up to 24 pieces per maximum label limits).
• Over a 12-week program, you gradually reduce the number of pieces used each day.