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Zonnic Information

Zonnic (Nicotine Replacement Therapy) is used to help reduce withdrawal symptoms and cravings in people who are trying to quit smoking. Quitting smoking has health benefits at any age, no matter how long or how much you have smoked. It reduces the risk for many adverse health effects, including cardiovascular diseases, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), cancer, and poor reproductive health outcomes. Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT), like Zonnic, delivers a controlled dose of Nicotine to the body without the harmful chemicals found in cigarettes.

Zonnic Side Effects

The most common side effects of Zonnic may include dizziness, headache, increased salivation, and mouth irritation. Call your doctor right away if you have any of the serious side effects, such as:
• Feeling faint;
• Signs of an allergic reaction, such as rash, breathing difficulties, itching or swelling of the face, tongue, or throat;
• Signs of cardiovascular issues, such as irregular heartbeat, chest pain, severe increase in heart rate;
• Signs of nicotine overdose, such as abdominal pain, cold sweat, mental confusion, diarrhea, severe nausea, rapid heartbeat

Zonnic Precautions

Do not use Zonnic if you are allergic to Nicotine or other ingredients in this medication. Before you start using this medication, tell your doctor about your medical history, including if you have had a recent cardiovascular event, such as heart attack, stroke, or angina, uncontrolled hypertension, severe liver problems, severe kidney problems, active peptic ulcer, hyperthyroidism, diabetes, pheochromocytoma, think you may be pregnant, or plan to become pregnant, are breastfeeding, or are planning to breastfeed. Tell your doctor about all your medications, including prescription, OTC, herbal supplements, and vitamins. There may be a drug interaction between Zonnic and other medications, such as theophylline, tacrine, clozapine, insulin, warfarin, caffeine, etc. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant before using Zonnic. Nicotine can harm an unborn baby. Pregnant women are strongly advised to try to quit smoking without using Nicotine Replacement Therapy like Zonnic. However, if quitting smoking through behavioural support and counselling alone has been unsuccessful, your doctor may consider Zonnic only if the potential benefits outweigh the risks of NRT to the pregnancy. Inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding or planning to breastfeed before using Zonnic. Nicotine passes into breast milk and may harm a nursing infant. Discuss safe and effective methods for quitting smoking when breastfeeding with your doctor. Do not use this medicine in children without talking to your doctor.

Use your medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Zonnic comes in various forms, including pouches. Place the pouch under your upper lip, between your gum and cheek. Keep the pouch in place for 10 to 30 minutes or as directed by your doctor. Remove the pouch and dispose of it after 60 minutes. Do not chew or swallow the pouch. Zonnic is harmful when swallowed. Use Zonnic whenever you have a craving for Nicotine. Do not use more than 15 pouches per day. Using too many pouches can lead to nicotine overdose. Do not use Zonnic for more than 6 months without talking to your doctor. Do not use Zonnic with other nicotine products, such as cigarettes or e-cigarettes. If you are an occasional smoker, do not use Nicotine Replacement Therapy. Zonnic is a tool to help you quit smoking. The ultimate goal should be a complete cessation of all nicotine-containing products. For successful quitting, a gradual reduction in Zonnic dosage is usually recommended over time. Combining Zonnic with behavioural counselling and support programs significantly increases the chances of quitting successfully. Store Zonnic at room temperature, away from moisture and heat. Keep all medicines out of reach of children.

Do I need a prescription to order Zonnic?

No, a prescription is not required from your physician to order Zonnic.