Nicoderm CQ (Transdermal)
Questions
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The best place to wear the patch
Can the patch be worn on any part of the body? Are there any particluar areas that will get better results than others?
by Lisa in Whitmore Lake, MI, 08/15/2006
Nicoderm and breastfeeding?
Hi I am quiting smoking and I was just reading the little book inside the Niroderm pack and it said don't take if breastfeeding I was wondering the side effect of taking the patch when you are breastfeeding . I am in the process of stopping breast...
by Haley in Canada, 07/07/2006
Instructions/safety for Nicoderm CQ?
I have a hard time getting past that first smoke in the morning. How long after I have a smoke can I put the patch on? Could I have a smoke,wait an hour, then put it on? Would that be safe? Also, where on the body can the patch be put? You say upper b...
by kristy in woodstock ontario canada, 12/05/2005
Nicoderm CQ (Transdermal) Drug and Prescription Information
Nicoderm CQ (Transdermal)
Nicoderm CQ (Transdermal) Medication Classification
NICOTINE (Absorbed through the skin)
Nicoderm CQ (Transdermal) Brandname
Habitrol, Nicoderm CQ, Nicoderm CQ Clear, Nicotrol
Nicoderm CQ (Transdermal) is used for the Treatment
Nicotine (NIK-oh-teen) Helps you quit smoking. Provides your body with nicotine to replace cigarettes.
When To Not Use Nicoderm CQ (Transdermal)
You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to nicotine.
How Should You Use Nicoderm CQ (Transdermal)
Patch
- Your doctor will tell you how many patches to use, where to apply them, and how often to apply them. Do not use more patches or apply them more often than your doctor tells you to.
- This medicine comes with patient instructions. Read and follow these instructions carefully. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.
- If you are using this medicine without a prescription, follow the instructions on the package label.
- Leave the patch in its sealed wrapper until you are ready to put it on. Tear the wrapper open carefully. Do not use any patch that has been cut or torn.
- Wash your hands with soap and water before and after applying a patch.
- The patient instructions will show the body areas where you can wear the patch. When putting on each new patch, choose a different place within these areas. Do not put the new patch on the same place where you have worn a patch in the past week. Be sure to remove the old patch before applying a new one. Do not put the patch over burns, cuts, or irritated skin.
- Put on a new patch if the old one has fallen off and cannot be reapplied.
- Keep using this medicine for the full treatment time. Take off the Nicotrol® patch before you go to sleep. You may wear the Nicoderm® CQ patch while you sleep. If you have trouble sleeping while wearing Nicoderm® CQ, take it off while you sleep. If a dose is missed:
- If you forget to wear or change a patch, put one on as soon as you can. If it is almost time to put on your next patch, wait until then to apply a new patch and skip the one you missed. Do not apply extra patches to make up for a missed dose.
Proper Nicoderm CQ (Transdermal) Storage
Store Nicoderm CQ (Transdermal) at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture unless otherwise stated by manufacturer's instructions or labelling. Keep Nicoderm CQ (Transdermal) and all medications out of the reach of children.
What To Avoid While Using Nicoderm CQ (Transdermal)
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
- Make sure your doctor knows if you are also using insulin, asthma medicine (such as theophylline, albuterol, Serevent®), or medicine for depression (such as amitriptyline). Tell your doctor about all other medicines you use regularly. Your doses may need to be changed when you quit smoking.
- Do not smoke cigarettes or use any other kind of nicotine at all during the time you are using a nicotine patch. This includes chewing tobacco, nicotine spray, or nicotine gum.
Nicoderm CQ (Transdermal) Warnings
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, only use this medicine if your doctor tells you to. Smoking can seriously harm your child. Try to stop smoking without using medicine. This medicine is believed to be safer than smoking. However, the risks to your child from this medicine are not fully known.
- Make sure your doctor knows if you have heart problems, uncontrolled high blood pressure, skin problems, or an allergy to adhesive tape.
- You may have some mild skin redness, itching, burning, or tingling where you wear the patch. If this irritation is very bad or does not go away, call your doctor.
- You will probably still want to smoke sometimes. Have a plan for coping with situations where you may be tempted. This medicine is only part of a complete program to quit smoking.
- If you still feel the need to smoke after you have finished the nicotine patch program, talk to your doctor.
Nicoderm CQ (Transdermal) Side Effects
Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
- Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
- Fast, slow, pounding, or irregular heartbeat
- Nausea, vomiting, dizziness, weakness, sweating
- Skin rash or swelling where the patch is worn If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
- Mild nausea
