Nicorette
Nicorette
Nicorette (pronounced: /nɪkɔːˈrɛt/) is a brand of products that aid in nicotine replacement therapy (NRT). The brand is owned by the British company GlaxoSmithKline and is commonly used to help quit smoking.
Etymology
The term "Nicorette" is a combination of the words "nicotine" and "diskette". The name was chosen to reflect the product's purpose, which is to provide a source of nicotine that can help smokers quit.
Products
Nicorette offers a range of products, including:
- Nicorette Gum: A chewing gum that delivers nicotine to the body. It is used to relieve nicotine cravings and withdrawal symptoms.
- Nicorette Inhaler: A device that delivers nicotine to the body through inhalation. It is designed to mimic the hand-to-mouth action of smoking.
- Nicorette Lozenge: A lozenge that slowly dissolves in the mouth to release nicotine. It is used to help control nicotine cravings throughout the day.
- Nicorette Patch: A transdermal patch that releases nicotine into the body through the skin. It provides a steady dose of nicotine over a 24-hour period.
Related Terms
- Nicotine: A stimulant drug found in tobacco. It is highly addictive and is the primary reason why people become addicted to smoking.
- Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT): A medically-approved way to take nicotine without smoking. It is used to help people stop smoking.
- GlaxoSmithKline: A British multinational pharmaceutical company. It is the owner of the Nicorette brand.
- Smoking Cessation: The process of discontinuing tobacco smoking.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Nicorette
- Wikipedia's article - Nicorette
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