Do you want to quit smoking? Use the nasal nicotine spray!

Nicotine nasal spray is a drug that reduces the desire to smoke a cigarette at the expense of a limited dose of nicotine, which is injected into the nasal canal, thereby defeating smoking. The spray is absorbed by the bloodstream through the nasal mucosa.

Do I need a prescription for the purchase of nicotine nasal spray?

Yes. Nicotine nasal spray and nicotine inhaler are two forms of nicotine replacement therapy that require not only a prescription, but also constant monitoring by a doctor. All other drugs nicotine replacement therapy are available in pharmacies and other outlets without a prescription.

How much nicotine nasal spray should I use?

Each dose consists of two injections - one injection per each nostril. Your doctor will tell you the exact dosage, as well as the frequency of the drug, which will be ideal for you. However, most likely, you will be advised to start with one or two doses per hour. Attention! Never take more than five doses per hour or more than forty doses per day.

How to use nasal spray?

Wash your hands and blow your nose to clear the nasal passages. Before the first use, fix the pump on the bottle with the drug and develop it using a paper towel. Use the pump until a thick mist of spray particles appears. Throw away the used paper towel. Slightly tilt the head and enter the tip of the bottle into the nasal aperture, directing it deep into the nose. Press to inject the remedy into the nose, repeat for the other nostril. Do not inhale in the process, draw in the air with your nose or swallow. If you run out of your nose, draw in air to hold it inside. Do not read for a few minutes after applying the product to allow it to soak. If more than one day has passed after receiving the previous dose, repeat the process of developing the pump. However, do not overdo it, as this can reduce the amount of the drug in a dose. This drug should only be used by injecting into the nose. If the product gets on your skin, eyes or ears, rinse thoroughly with water.

How long should I use nicotine nasal spray?

In most cases, nicotine replacement therapy with a spray begins with an eight-week course with the dosage prescribed by your doctor, which you need to follow carefully. After that, your doctor can recommend a reduction in the daily dosage and an extension of the course for another four to six weeks, during which time your dosage will decrease until it reaches zero.

Can I become addicted to nicotine nasal spray?

Yes. This spray can be addictive, so it is very important to follow the prescription of the doctor. However, in most cases, the amount of nicotine that enters the body during nicotine replacement therapy is significantly lower than when smoking cigarettes, and this nicotine enters the body much more slowly. The risk is much lower, but it does not equal zero. If you understand that you can not stop using this spray at the end of the therapy period, tell your doctor and it will help you.

Combination of nicotine nasal spray with other nicotine replacement therapies

Sometimes it happens that heavy smokers can not quit using only this spray. If you understand that this spray does not help you, discuss this with your doctor and find out if you can enhance the effect of therapy with any other non-nicotine remedy, such as bupropion hydrochloride.

Side effects of nicotine nasal spray

Here are the most common side effects that this spray has:

• Burning in the back of the nose and throat;
• Coryza;
• a sore throat;
• cough;
• Sneezing;
• Watery eyes.

In rare cases, side effects can be more serious. If you feel that your heart rate is increasing during the use of this spray, immediately consult a doctor. In addition, this spray can cause the appearance of symptoms that are not indicated in the list above. If you experience any unusual sensations while using the spray, contact your doctor right away.

Why is it important not to smoke while using nicotine nasal spray?

In no case can you smoke when you use this spray, since you risk getting an overdose of nicotine. Also, you can not use other nicotine-containing products when you are in the course of using this spray. Here are the symptoms of nicotine overdose:

• dizziness;
• stomach upset;
• Severe headaches;
• nausea;
• cold sweat;
• Copious salivation;
• Confusion;
• Blurred vision;
• Problems with hearing;
• Weakness and loss of consciousness.

If you suspect that you have an overdose of nicotine, stop using this spray and contact your doctor.

Keep out of the reach of children and pets.

Store Nicotine Nasal Spray in places that are inaccessible to your children and pets. Nicotine-containing drug can be dangerous and even fatal if it is used without control. Do not store this spray in hot and humid rooms, such as a bathroom. If you find a leak or a bottle with the product is broken, use rubber gloves to remove the leaked product. Wipe the place with a paper towel or a rag and discard the broken pieces or spoiled bottle in the trash can. Rinse the area several times to make sure that the entire remedy is removed. Dispose of used bottles from the spray in the trash can only after you have packed them into a protective covering that does not allow children to reach them. If you have left unused bottles with the product, do not rinse it into the sewer system and do not throw it into the garbage - contact the doctor and hand them over to him.

Before using nasal nicotine spray

Be sure to notify your doctor if something of the following applies to you:

• You are pregnant, plan a pregnancy or breastfeed;
• You have an allergy to nicotine or any medications;
• You have suffered a heart attack, you have angina, heart rhythm disturbances or other cardiovascular diseases;
• You have problems with the sinuses of the nose;
• You have thyroid problems;
• You have problems with blood circulation, such as Burger's disease or Raynaud's phenomenon;
• You have high blood pressure, kidney or liver disease;
• You have diabetes and you are taking insulin;
• You have an ulcer.

Symptoms of Nicotine Abstinence Syndrome

Nicotine withdrawal symptoms can cause a number of physical symptoms, which can be a surprise for those who have not yet tried to quit smoking. These symptoms include a number of conditions, from a sense of lethargy to insomnia, indigestion and severe cough. The effects of giving up nicotine can cause the most unexpected reactions of your body. Nicotine nasal spray will help you cope with the discomfort, but it can not completely rid you of the nicotine withdrawal syndrome, which in the common people is called nicotine withdrawal. Be prepared for this, study all possible symptoms, and also read what you can do to minimize them.