Niquitin Minis Mint 4mg Lozenges

NiQuitin Lozenges are nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) products that dissolve in the mouth, releasing nicotine absorbed through the oral lining. Available as standard lozenges (Mint 2 mg and 4 mg) and NiQuitin Minis (smaller, faster-dissolving lozenges in 1.5 mg, 2 mg, and 4 mg strengths in Mint flavour). The 4 mg strength is for smokers who smoke within 30 minutes of waking; 1.5 mg or 2 mg for those who smoke their first cigarette later. Available through the NHS Quit Smoking service.

Place one lozenge in the mouth and allow it to dissolve slowly, moving it from side to side occasionally. Do not chew or swallow. Standard lozenges dissolve in about 20–30 minutes; NiQuitin Minis dissolve in about 10 minutes. Use one lozenge every 1–2 hours, 8–12 per day, maximum 15 per day. Avoid acidic drinks for 15 minutes before use. Use for 12 weeks: weeks 1–6 at full dose (one every 1–2 hours), weeks 7–9 (one every 2–4 hours), weeks 10–12 (one every 4–8 hours).

NiQuitin Minis are smaller, compressed lozenges that dissolve approximately twice as fast (about 10 minutes vs 20–30 minutes for standard lozenges). They come in 1.5 mg, 2 mg, and 4 mg strengths. Standard NiQuitin Lozenges are larger and dissolve more slowly in 2 mg and 4 mg strengths. The faster-dissolving Minis may be preferred for quick craving relief. Nicotine delivery and efficacy are equivalent.

Yes, all NiQuitin Lozenge variants (Mint 2 mg, Mint 4 mg, Minis Mint 1.5 mg, Minis Mint 2 mg, Minis Mint 4 mg) are available through the NHS Quit Smoking service.

Common side effects include throat irritation, hiccups, nausea, mouth soreness, and indigestion. Dissolving too quickly (by chewing or sucking hard) can increase nausea. These side effects are generally mild and improve with correct technique.