Nicotine lozenge
Nicotine Lozenge
The Nicotine Lozenge is a type of Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) that is commonly used to help individuals quit smoking. It is a small, candy-like tablet that contains nicotine, which is slowly released into the mouth when the lozenge is sucked on.
Pronunciation
Nicotine Lozenge: /nɪkətiːn ˈlɒzɪndʒ/
Etymology
The term "Nicotine Lozenge" is derived from the active ingredient, nicotine, which is named after the tobacco plant Nicotiana tabacum. The plant was named after Jean Nicot, a French ambassador in Portugal, who sent tobacco seeds to Paris in 1550. The term "lozenge" comes from the Middle English word "lozinge", which refers to a form of medication that is held in the mouth until it dissolves.
Usage
Nicotine lozenges are used as part of a comprehensive program of support and counselling to help people stop smoking. The lozenge is placed in the mouth and allowed to dissolve slowly, releasing nicotine to help reduce the physical withdrawal symptoms and cravings associated with stopping smoking.
Related Terms
- Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT): A medically-approved way to take nicotine without smoking. This helps to reduce withdrawal symptoms when you quit smoking.
- Nicotine Gum: Another form of NRT, which is chewed to release nicotine.
- Nicotine Patch: A type of NRT that delivers nicotine through the skin.
- Smoking Cessation: The process of discontinuing tobacco smoking.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Nicotine lozenge
- Wikipedia's article - Nicotine lozenge
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