How to use nicotine patch patch, transdermal 24 hours. Niquitin 21 mg transdermal patches summary of product. Some of the dosage forms listed on this page may not apply to the brand name nicoderm cq in summary. Nicotine patches typically come in three different dosage strengths. A guide to using the nicotine patch everyday health. This document contains side effect information about nicotine. Some of the most common side effects associated with nicotine patches include skin irritation, itching, nausea, dizziness, headaches, anxiety, and insomnia. Mild itching, redness, burning, and stinging at the application site may occur. Nicotine patches should be stored at room temperature, 20 c to 25 c 68 f to 77 f. Nicotine transdermal system step 1 fda prescribing. At the end of the 24 weeks the user should quit completely and continue using step 1 21 mg patch for 6 weeks daily without smoking. Active ingredient step 2 in each patch nicotine, 14mg delivered over 24 hours. Transdermal nicotine patch uses, side effects, interactions.
Stop using this product and tell your doctor if redness caused by the patch does not go away after 4. Thereafter following the step 2 and 3 directions for abrupt cessation above. Product title equate nicotine transdermal system clear patches, 21 mg, step 1, 7 count average rating. Possible side effects of the nicotine patch include.
Sold by diabetic on a dime and ships from amazon fulfillment. Nicotine side effects in more detail if overdose is suspected. Walgreens nicotine transdermal system patch 21 mg at walgreens. Nicotine replacement therapy nrt provides the nicotine without the other. Youll wear a nicotine patch that delivers a strong dose of nicotine for example, 15 to 21 milligrams mg per day. Nicotine patch fda prescribing information, side effects. Each patch contains nicotine at a concentration of 0.
See below for a comprehensive list of adverse effects. The most common side effects include itching and burning, and a rash or redness of the skin in the spot where the patch was placed. The 21 mg patch can be used daily for 24 weeks while the user continues to smoke as needed. Begin with step 2 patch 14mgday for 6 weeks, use step 3 patch 7mgday for 2 weeks and then stop. Rugby clear nicotine transdermal system patch, 21 mg, 14 count. Completing the full program will increase your chance of quitting successfully. Nicotine transdermal route side effects mayo clinic. Steps 2 and 3 allow you to gradually reduce your level of nicotine. If you smoke 11 or more cigarettes a day start with the 21 mg patch step 1. Active ingredient step 3 in each patch nicotine, 7mg delivered over 24 hours. Mild itching, burning, or tingling may occur when the patch is first applied. If you smoke 10 or less cigarettes a day start with the 14 mg patch step 2. Put patch on clean, dry, healthy skin on the chest, back, belly, or upper arm. Niquitin can cause other adverse reactions related to the pharmacological effect of nicotine or withdrawal effects related to smoking.