Nicotine sublingual tablet

Nicotinic Agonist·Addiction Medicine

Relief of acute nicotine cravings

NRTNicorette Microtab2 mg tabletUNSCHEDULEDTGA

Max Dose

40 Tabs/day

Onset

Minutes

Technique

UNDER TONGUE

Discreet

HIGHLY

Rapid Summary

Overview

Tiny microtabs that dissolve completely under the tongue. The most discreet form of NRT available (no chewing or spraying required).

Maximum Dose

Max 40 tablets/day (2mg).

Clinical Focus

Must not be swallowed. Must sit under the tongue until fully dissolved.

Bottom Line

Nicotine sublingual tablet is a discreet sublingual NRT for smoking cessation, but requires correct placement under the tongue and causes mouth irritation.

Formulation & Access

Brand Names

Nicorette Microtab

Oral Routes

Sublingual tablets (2 mg).

Prescribing & PBS

Over The Counter (OTC).

Indications & Use

Primary

TGA

Relief of acute nicotine cravings.

Quick reference

Class & Role

Nicotinic Agonist — Tiny microtabs that dissolve completely under the tongue.

Route / Formulation

Sublingual tablets (2 mg). (Nicorette Microtab)

Usual Dose & Max

SL 1-2 tablets (2 mg) placed under the tongue every 1-2 hours PRN. Max 40 tablets/day.

Best Uses

Nicotine sublingual tablet is a discreet sublingual NRT for smoking cessation, but requires correct placement under the tongue and causes mouth irritation.

Avoid / Cautions

NONE.

Key Risks

Gastrointestinal: Burning sensation under the tongue, hiccups, nausea (if swallowed).

Key Interactions

Acidic drinks destroy oral absorption. Wait 15 mins.

Monitoring

Ensure the patient does not swallow the tablet.

Clinical Pearl

Excellent for patients who cannot be seen chewing gum or using a spray at work (e.g., teachers, customer service). The microtab sits silently under the tongue.

Access

Nicorette Microtab2 mg tablet

Brand: Nicorette Microtab
Formulation: Sublingual tablets (2 mg)

Nicotine sublingual tablet

Nicotinic Agonist·Addiction Medicine

Relief of acute nicotine cravings

NRTNicorette Microtab2 mg tabletUNSCHEDULEDTGA

Max Dose

40 Tabs/day

Onset

Minutes

Technique

UNDER TONGUE

Discreet

HIGHLY

Rapid Summary

Overview

Tiny microtabs that dissolve completely under the tongue. The most discreet form of NRT available (no chewing or spraying required).

Maximum Dose

Max 40 tablets/day (2mg).

Clinical Focus

Must not be swallowed. Must sit under the tongue until fully dissolved.

Bottom Line

Nicotine sublingual tablet is a discreet sublingual NRT for smoking cessation, but requires correct placement under the tongue and causes mouth irritation.

Formulation & Access

Brand Names

Nicorette Microtab

Oral Routes

Sublingual tablets (2 mg).

Prescribing & PBS

Over The Counter (OTC).

Indications & Use

Primary

TGA

Relief of acute nicotine cravings.

Quick reference

Class & Role

Nicotinic Agonist — Tiny microtabs that dissolve completely under the tongue.

Route / Formulation

Sublingual tablets (2 mg). (Nicorette Microtab)

Usual Dose & Max

SL 1-2 tablets (2 mg) placed under the tongue every 1-2 hours PRN. Max 40 tablets/day.

Best Uses

Nicotine sublingual tablet is a discreet sublingual NRT for smoking cessation, but requires correct placement under the tongue and causes mouth irritation.

Avoid / Cautions

NONE.

Key Risks

Gastrointestinal: Burning sensation under the tongue, hiccups, nausea (if swallowed).

Key Interactions

Acidic drinks destroy oral absorption. Wait 15 mins.

Monitoring

Ensure the patient does not swallow the tablet.

Clinical Pearl

Excellent for patients who cannot be seen chewing gum or using a spray at work (e.g., teachers, customer service). The microtab sits silently under the tongue.

Access

Nicorette Microtab2 mg tablet

Brand: Nicorette Microtab
Formulation: Sublingual tablets (2 mg)