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Nicotine sublingual tablet

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  • the tablet is held under the tongue and dissolves over approximately 30 minutes

  • Nicorette sublingual tablet ('Microtab') releases 2mg of nicotine, of which 1mg is then absorbed via the buccal mucosa

  • 1-2 tablets are used hourly - maximum dose of 40 tablets per day

  • nicotine sublingual tablets may cause mild irritation in the throat and mouth - this declines with use (1)

Check the summary of product characteristics before prescribing this drug.

Reference:

  • Drug and Therapeutics Bulletin (1999), 37(7), 52-56.

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