Nicotinell Patch
Price £14.99
Expected Delivery: Tuesday
Treatment Information
Overview
Nicotinell Patches are designed to help those who want to quit smoking. The patches assist smokers to quit by providing a consistent supply of nicotine over a 24 hour period. As a result, this eases the intense morning cravings that smokers experience and help them quit smoking for good. These patches are available in three different varieties prepared for different users.
The patches are a great, reliable alternative to smoking (only during the quit smoking process), making them suitable for smokers who want to quit or reduce the amount of cigarettes they take.
Directions
In order to use these patches, there are three steps you should follow:
Those who are heavy smokers, i.e., taking more than 20 cigarettes per day, should start with 21mg patches and then gradually decrease to 14 mg patches and then to 7 mg over a period of 9-12 weeks.
Those who are moderate smokers (smoking less than 20 cigarettes per day) should start with 14 mg first. They should gradually decrease to 7 mg patches over a period of 9-12 weeks.
While those who are light smokers should start with 7 mg patches for 3-4 weeks.
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Apply a new Nicotinell patch every 24 hours and remove the old one.
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Make sure that the patch is properly pasted on the skin.
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Apply the patch to uninjured places only.
Cautions
Read the leaflet carefully for instructions.
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Nicotine which is absorbed from the patch can cause skin irritation and redness, but it is not a matter of great concern. These will fade away when the patch is removed.
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If severe itching or blisters occur, stop using the patches and seek medical advice.
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Nicotinell Patches are not recommended for those who are non-smokers or irregular smokers.
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It is not suitable for those who have some sort of skin disease.
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This product is not suitable for children under 12 years og age.
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Those who have heart disease, high blood pressure, liver or kidney problems, stomach ulcers, diabetes, or an overactive thyroid gland must take advice from a doctor before using these patches.
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Those women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should not use these patches without a doctor’s advice. During pregnancy, remove the patch before bedtime.
Side effects
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Common side effects include local reactions such as itching, redness, swelling, agitation, anxiety, difficulty sleeping, abnormal dreams, headache, nervousness, dizziness, nausea, abdominal pain, and cough. These effects are generally mild and finish after the removal of the patch.
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Uncommon side effects are attention problems, drowsiness, mood swings, irritability, palpitations, high blood pressure, chest infections, and gastrointestinal issues like constipation, diarrhea, or dry mouth.
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There are some rare side effects, which include tremor, chest pain, shortness of breath, an irregular heartbeat, and skin discoloration.
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Some severe reactions, such as difficulty in breathing, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat, or severe itching can occur. They require urgent medical attention.
Always read the patient information leaflet before starting your treatment. The patient information can be found here.
Faq
Can I sleep with a nicotine patch on?
It is safe to sleep with a nicotine patch on. However if you experience a disturbance in sleep you can remove the patch before sleeping and apply a fresh one in the morning.
Can pregnant or breastfeeding women use Nicotinell Patches?
You should not use Nicotinell Patches if you are pregnant, trying to get pregnant or breastfeeding. This is because these patches have the potential to cause harm to the baby.
Ingredients
Nicotinell patches contain the following ingredients:
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52.5 mg, 35 mg, or 17.5 mg of nicotine according to the size of the patch
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Acrylate esters
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Vinylacetate copolymers
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Methacrylic acid esters copolymers,
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Fractionated coconut oil,
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Aluminised and siliconised polyester films.