Cig Stop Nasal Spray
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Product introduction
Cig Stop Nasal Spray is a medicine used to quit smoking by reducing the craving for a cigarette and the irritable feeling that occurs when you stop smoking. It works by mimicking the effect of nicotine by binding to the nicotine receptors in the brain.
Cig Stop Nasal Spray can be used to help you stop smoking completely or cut down the amount you smoke. Stopping smoking is hard and you need to be ready and committed. But quitting is one of the most important things you can do to improve your health and live longer. This medicine should be taken as advised by doctor as it can be habit forming. In case you have missed any dose, take it as soon as you remember it. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment. However, before taking this medicine it is better to inform doctor if you are suffering from any heart, liver or kidney disease. You must not smoke while using this medicine as it can result in dangerous effects.
Many people use more than one type of nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) to improve their chances such as nose or mouth sprays which also contain nicotine. You are more likely to be successful if you also have counselling, join a support group and make some behaviour changes such as avoiding situations you associate with smoking.
Some of the common side effects include nausea, vomiting, sore throat and mouth. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you feel better. It may cause headaches, so it is better to take plenty of fluids whole day but inform your doctor if it does not go away. These effects are often mild and will wear off with time. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding you must consult doctor before taking this medicine.
Cig Stop Nasal Spray can be used to help you stop smoking completely or cut down the amount you smoke. Stopping smoking is hard and you need to be ready and committed. But quitting is one of the most important things you can do to improve your health and live longer. This medicine should be taken as advised by doctor as it can be habit forming. In case you have missed any dose, take it as soon as you remember it. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment. However, before taking this medicine it is better to inform doctor if you are suffering from any heart, liver or kidney disease. You must not smoke while using this medicine as it can result in dangerous effects.
Many people use more than one type of nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) to improve their chances such as nose or mouth sprays which also contain nicotine. You are more likely to be successful if you also have counselling, join a support group and make some behaviour changes such as avoiding situations you associate with smoking.
Some of the common side effects include nausea, vomiting, sore throat and mouth. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you feel better. It may cause headaches, so it is better to take plenty of fluids whole day but inform your doctor if it does not go away. These effects are often mild and will wear off with time. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding you must consult doctor before taking this medicine.
Uses of Cig Stop Nasal Spray
- Quitting smoking
Side effects of Cig Stop Nasal Spray
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Cig Stop
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Hiccup
- Throat irritation
- Palpitations
- Mouth irritation
- Gastrointestinal discomfort
- Watery eyes
How to use Cig Stop Nasal Spray
Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Insert the bottle tip into one nostril and close the other nostril. Direct the spray towards the sides of your nostril, away from the cartilage dividing the two sides of your nose. As you spray, breath gently and keep the head upright. Repeat the same process for the other nostrils.
How Cig Stop Nasal Spray works
Nicotine works by binding to nicotine receptors in the brain during abstinence from smoking. This helps to reduce craving and withdrawal symptoms.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Cig Stop Nasal Spray is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Cig Stop Nasal Spray is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
What if you forget to take Cig Stop Nasal Spray?
If you miss a dose of Cig Stop Nasal Spray, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.\n
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Cig Stop Nasal Spray helps you to quit smoking by reducing the craving for a cigarette and the irritable feeling that occurs when you stop smoking.
- In addition, counselling should be done to increase the chances of quitting smoking successfully.
- Quitting smoking can lower your chances of having lung disease, heart disease or getting certain types of cancer that are related to smoking.
- Do not smoke while using Cig Stop Nasal Spray as it can cause nicotine to build up to dangerous levels.
- Inform your doctor if you develop headache, nausea or other digestive problems that does not go away.
- Talk to your doctor if you are having trouble stopping Cig Stop Nasal Spray as it can be addictive.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Nicotine
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Cholinomimetic Alkaloids- Nicotine
Patient concerns
FAQs
How does Cig Stop Nasal Spray affect the body?
Cig Stop Nasal Spray gives the body a feeling which feels like a "kick". This occurs because Cig Stop Nasal Spray stimulates the adrenal glands resulting in an increase in levels of catecholamine hormones like adrenaline. The secretion of these hormones stimulates the body processes, makes breathing faster, and increases the heart rate and blood pressure. It also increases the level of sugar in the blood by decreasing insulin secretion and increasing the release of glucose from the liver. Cig Stop Nasal Spray also acts on the brain to release brain hormones which give a sensation of pleasure and motivation. It is because of these effects that people become addicted to Cig Stop Nasal Spray.
Is Cig Stop Nasal Spray in itself bad for you?
Excess of any medicine is considered harmful. Cig Stop Nasal Spray when used in normal doses has similar effects as caffeine. Direct application of Cig Stop Nasal Spray can cause irritation and burning sensation in the mouth and throat. It can also cause increased salivation, nausea, abdominal pain, vomiting and diarrhea. High doses of Cig Stop Nasal Spray can lead to increased heart activity, tremors and breathing difficulty. Moreover, extremely high doses of Cig Stop Nasal Spray can lead to seizures and the person may collapse and or even end up in a coma. Therefore, consult your doctor before you start taking Cig Stop Nasal Spray and follow the instructions as advised.
Are there any specific conditions where I should be cautious before taking Cig Stop Nasal Spray?
Cig Stop Nasal Spray should be used only when advised by the doctor. Patients with cardiac disorders, diabetes, gastrointestinal disease, and liver or kidney problems should be cautious before taking this medicine. Therefore, inform your doctor if you ever had or have any such problem before starting your treatment with Cig Stop Nasal Spray.
Is Cig Stop Nasal Spray a stimulant or depressant?
Cig Stop Nasal Spray has a dual action on our body which is opposite to each other. It acts both as a stimulant and as a depressant. While the normal doses of Cig Stop Nasal Spray acts as a stimulant, some evidence suggests that lower doses have a depressant effect.
Who can take Cig Stop Nasal Spray?
People who consume 20 cigarettes per day can take Cig Stop Nasal Spray. The Cig Stop Nasal Spray gum acts as a replacement therapy to cigarette smoking. This gum can be chewed upon whenever there is an increased urge to smoke. It also helps to prevent cravings to smoke in heavy smokers
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Name: Pristine Pearl Pharma Pvt Ltd
Address: Palepu Palladium, 1st Floor, S.Puram Bypass Coimbatore - 641001
Country of origin: India
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