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Medicines nicotineQuestion & answer

nicotine · Medicine question

Is Nicorette 2 mg nicotine gum contraindicated in children under 12?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Answer

Yes, Nicorette 2 mg nicotine gum is contraindicated in children under 12 years of age.

Sources for this answer

Nicorette 2 mg GumMcNeil Products Ltd · emc · SmPC §4.3 Contraindications · Version 24Document updated 2 October 2026

Sources checked 8 November 2026

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