A 40-year-old chronic smoker is prescribed nicotine chewing gum for de-addiction. What is the correct way of use?

Correct option is C

Nicotine gum should be chewed slowly until a tingling sensation is felt, then “parked” between gum and cheek to allow buccal absorption.
Explanation of options: (a) ✘ Rapid chewing releases excess nicotine → nausea, throat irritation. (b) ✘ Gum should not be swallowed; nicotine must absorb buccally. (c) ✔ Correct; “chew and park” technique ensures gradual absorption. (d) ✘ Gum is never dissolved/swallowed; designed for buccal use.