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Nicotine Lozenges

Nicotine lozenges are hard candy like tablets that contain nicotine. The nicotine is absorbed through the lining of the mouth into the bloodstream and can combat withdrawal and cravings upon smoking cessation. The most common brand of nicotine lozenge is Commit by GSK however other brands are available such as Thrive, Target, Rite-Aid, and Walgreens. Lozenges come in a variety of flavors including Cherry and Mint. Similar to Nicotine gum, lozenges are available in 2mg and 4mg doses.

Nicotine Lozenges for Smoking Cessation Treatment

If you have your first cigarette within 30 minutes of waking up, you will want to use the 4mg dose. If you have your first cigarette after 30 minutes of waking up, the 2mg dose is appropriate for you.


During the first six weeks after quitting smoking, use 9 lozenges per day. Do not use more than 5 lozenges in 6 hours and do not exceed 20 lozenges per day.


At the end of 12 weeks, stop using the lozenges.

The price of Nicotine Lozenges

Nicotine lozenges cost an average of $44.00 for 100 lozenges however they price ranges quite a bit because of the number of off brands available and sources. Over the course of a normal 12 week quit process, the estimated cost of lozenge therapy would be approximately $200.00, roughly have the cost of cigarettes over the same period of time for a pack a day smoker.