The nicotine in Nicorette belongs to the group of withdrawal drugs What it is used for Nicorette 2mg and Nicorette Freshfruit 2mg is used to combat the strong craving for nicotine that people may experience when giving up or cutting down on smoking. Do not use if – You are allergic to any of the ingredients in this medicine. – You have a serious heart condition: – a recent heart attack; – cardiac arrhythmias; – a tight, painful feeling in the chest (angina pectoris); – a so-called Prinzmetal angina. – You have recently had a cerebral haemorrhage (stroke). – You have an inflammation of the mouth, throat or esophagus