What side effects are possible with this medication?
A side effect is an unwanted response to a medication when it is taken in normal
doses. A side effect may be mild or severe, temporary or permanent, but does
not occur in everyone. Not everyone will experience side effects, and which
side effects a person experiences cannot be anticipated.
The following side effects have been reported by at least 1% of people taking
this medication. If you develop any of these side effects (or any other side
effects not listed here) or they change in intensity, speak to your doctor or
pharmacist for advice on managing them and on the risks and benefits of
the medication.
- allergy symptoms
- back pain
- change in taste sensations
- coughing
- diarrhea
- feeling of burning, numbness, tightness, tingling, warmth, or heat
- flu-like symptoms
- gas
- general pain
- headache
- hiccups
- indigestion or stomach discomfort
- mouth or throat irritation
- nausea
- pain in jaw and neck
- problems with teeth
- runny nose
- stuffy nose
Click here to learn about serious side effects that can potentially occur with any medication. These examples are provided for information purposes only and are not meant to be exhaustive. Always consult your doctor for sound medical advice specific to your particular medication and treatment.
Are there any other precautions or warnings for this medication?
Be sure to inform your doctor of all your medical conditions before you
begin taking a medication. Some conditions can affect how you should take this
medication.
Medical conditions: People with asthma, other breathing problems, thyroid
conditions, diabetes, stomach ulcers, kidney disease, heart disease, blood vessel
disease, or high blood pressure should be closely monitored by their doctors
while using the nicotine inhaler. If you notice any worsening of your symptoms,
seek medical attention.
Disposing of used inhalers: Used nicotine inhalers still contain enough
medication to seriously harm a child or pet. Dispose of your used inhaler in
an area that is out of reach of children and pets.
Do not smoke or use tobacco: Do not smoke or use tobacco products during
your treatment with the nicotine inhaler. Doing so may lead to a nicotine overdose,
which can cause symptoms such as bad headaches, dizziness, nausea, abdominal
pain, drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, cold sweat, blurred vision, difficulty with
hearing, mental confusion, weakness and fainting, rapid heartbeat and difficulty
breathing. If you think you may have a nicotine overdose, get immediate medical
attention.
Pregnancy: This medication should not be used during pregnancy unless
the benefits outweigh the risks. If you become pregnant while taking this medication,
contact your doctor immediately.
Breast-feeding: It is not known whether this medication passes into
breast milk. If you are a breast-feeding mother and are taking this medication,
it may affect your baby. Talk to your doctor about whether you should continue
breast-feeding.
Children: The safety and effectiveness of this medication have not been
established for people under 18 years of age. The cartridges and all parts of
the nicotine inhaler should be kept away from children, as they may cause poisoning
or choking.
What other drugs could interact with this medication?
An interaction between medications does not always mean that you must stop
taking one of them. The following medications may affect how the nicotine
inhaler works, be affected by the nicotine inhaler or by quitting smoking, or
increase the risk of side effects:
- adenosine
- aspirin
- cimetidine
- clomipramine
- clozapine
- fluvoxamine
- imipramine
- insulin
- labetolol
- olanzapine
- oxazepam
- pentazocine
- prazosin
- propranolol
- tacrine
- theophylline
- other nicotine products such as nicotine patches, lozenges, or gum
If you are taking any of these or other medications (including non-prescription,
herbal, and supplement products), speak with your doctor or pharmacist. Depending
on your specific circumstances, your doctor may want you to change your therapy
or suggest ways of managing any interactions. Since caffeine, alcohol, the nicotine
from cigarettes, or street drugs can affect the action of many medications, you
should let your prescriber know if you use them.