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The medicine should be initiated by, or on the advice of a specialist, but is suitable for continuation by a GP
The medicine should only be used and prescribed by a specialist
Indicates the preferred choice within a class or group of medicines
4.10. Drugs used in substance dependence
4.10.2. Nicotine dependence
Preferred List
NICOTINE REPLACEMENT THERAPY (NICOTINELL)
Prescribing Notes:
Nicotinell® products (24-hour patch, lozenge or gum) are the nicotine replacement treatments of choice. If dual nicotine replacement is appropriate then a 2nd product should be added to Nicotinell® patches. If a mini lozenge is required, the first choice is Niquitin Mini®.
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