Nicabate CQ

What it is used for

Relief of nicotine withdrawal symptoms including cravings associated with smoking cessation. If possible, when stopping smoking, should be used in conjunction with behavioural support program.

How to take it

The way to take this medicine is: Buccal.

Store below 25 degrees Celsius
Store in Original Container
Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.

You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.

Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.

Reporting side effects

You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.

You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems

How to take it

The way to take this medicine is: Buccal.

Store below 25 degrees Celsius
Store in Original Container
Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.

You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.

Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.

Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?

For the active ingredient nicotine

You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.

Do I need a prescription?

We are unable to tell you if you need a prescription for this medicine. You can ask your pharmacist.This medicine is Not Scheduled.

Visual appearance

White to off-white, round tablet with convex surface, debossed NL4S on one side

Is this medicine subsidised?

This medicine was verified as being available on the Repatriation Schedule of Pharmaceutical Benefits (RPBS) on March 1, 2020. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.

To access RPBS medicines you must hold a DVA Gold Card, DVA Orange Card or DVA White Card (for some medicines only). To learn about Department of Veterans’ Affairs health cards, visit Department of Veterans’ Affairs.