The inhaler consists of a mouthpiece and a nicotine-impregnated cartridge flavoured with menthol. It is designed for you to 'puff' on in the same way as you would a cigarette. The device not only delivers nicotine to your blood to relieve your cravings but also, as it is held in your hand like a cigarette, offers regular hand-to-mouth activity so you are less likely to miss the action of smoking.

You can inhale from the inhaler, as and when you need to, using either shallow or deep draws. Both provide a similar intake of nicotine to the mouth and back of the throat. The recommended dose is 6 to 12 cartridges a day. You should use the inhaler for an initial period of three months,over the following six - eight weeks gradually reduce the dose until you no longer need the nicotine replacement. You should aim to stop using the inhaler completely within six months.

The Nicorette Inhaler helps you control your cravings and keeps your hand occupied with the familiar hand-to-mouth ritual.