Patients who choose the nicotine lozenge to assist in quitting tobacco should be instructed:
1. Chew the lozenge well.
2. Drink at least 8 ounces of water after the lozenge dissolves.
3. Use one lozenge every 1 to 2 hours (at least nine per day with a maximum of 20 per day).
4. A tingling sensation in the mouth should be reported to the provider.
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