NICOTINELL 21 mg / 24-hour nicotine patches, patch strength strong (1), 14 pcs

Nicotinell 21 mg/24 hour patch

The Nicotinell nicotine patch with steady-flow technology helps relieve the urge to smoke for 24 hours.It is ideal as a quitting aid for regular smokers as it provides a continuous supply of nicotine and relieves the urge to smoke around the clock, even at night.The patch relieves five of the withdrawal symptoms of quitting smoking: cravings, restlessness, increased appetite, irritability and problems concentrating.This significantly increases the chances of successfully quitting smoking.A particular plus is the discreet application, as the plaster only needs to be changed once a day.

Important note: The Nicotinell 24-hour patch is only suitable for immediate smoking cessation.Smoking should be stopped completely during therapy.The average duration of patch therapy is 9-12 weeks.The effectiveness of the patch and thus the nicotine level in the blood are gradually reduced until complete withdrawal is achieved.

Areas of application

The Nicotinell 24-hour patch is used to relieve nicotine withdrawal symptoms and to support smoking cessation in those suffering from nicotine dependence.Advice and support for the patient usually increase success rates.No prescription is required for this product.

Mode of action

The Nicotinell 24-hour patch ensures a continuous supply of nicotine and thus relieves the urge to smoke around the clock.It helps relieve five of the withdrawal symptoms of quitting smoking: cravings, restlessness, increased appetite, irritability, and difficulty concentrating.This significantly increases the chances of successfully quitting smoking.The discreet use of the patch requires only a daily change.

Active ingredients / ingredients / ingredients

1 Patch of Nicotinell 21 mg/24 hour nicotine patch contains 52.5 mg of nicotine, which corresponds to a nicotine release of 21 mg per day.Other ingredients are butyl methacrylate copolymer, basic;Polyester film, aluminized;Poly[(2-ethylhexyl)acrylat, vinylacetat, (2-hydroxyethyl)acrylat, (2,3-epoxypropyl)methacrylat] (67:28:5:0.15);glycerol trialkanoate (C6-C12);Paper;Brown printing ink.

Contraindications

This product should not be used in cases of known hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients, non-smokers, children, recent heart attacks, recurrent heart pain, severe cardiac arrhythmias and acute strokes.Only use after consulting a doctor in the case of severe cardiovascular diseases, insufficiently treated high blood pressure, severe liver or kidney dysfunction, active stomach or intestinal ulcers, diabetes and tumors of the adrenal gland.

Dosage

Patch therapy for individual needs lasts an average of 9-12 weeks.The effectiveness of the patch and thus the nicotine level in the blood are gradually reduced until complete withdrawal is achieved.For moderate/light smokers, therapy begins with patch strength 2 (medium) for a period of 3-4 weeks, followed by a continuation with patch strength 2 (medium) for a further period of 3-4 weeks and fading with patch strength 3 (light) over a period of 3-4 weeks.For heavy smokers, therapy begins with patch strength 1 (heavy) over a period of 3-4 weeks, followed by a continuation with patch strength 2 (medium) over a period of 3-4 weeks and ending with patch strength 3 (light) over a period of 3-4 weeks.Never wear two patches at the same time.

Intake

Apply 1 patch daily for 24 hours, if possible in the morning when you get up and after showering.After removing the protective film, stick the patch on a healthy, hairless, dry and clean area of skin, preferably on the inside or outside of the upper arm.Press the patch for approx. 10-20 seconds and smooth the edges of the nicotine patch outwards to ensure a good grip.Change the adhesive location daily.Never wear two patches at the same time.

Patient information

The nicotine patch is stuck on once a day when you get up and left on the skin for 24 hours.Over 9-12 weeks, less and less nicotine is gradually supplied.If the desire to smoke has decreased significantly ahead of time, you can switch to a lower plaster strength after just one week.The duration of application can be up to 3 months in total.

Pregnancy

During pregnancy and breastfeeding, you should only take medication after consulting your doctor or pharmacist.The nicotine patch must not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Notes

Never cut a plaster, this can impair its optimal effectiveness.While showering, the Nicotinell 21 mg/24-hour nicotine patch can be covered with a normal, drug-free patch for protection.The plaster should be temporarily removed during a sauna visit.Nicotinell 21 mg/24 hour nicotine patches must be stored out of the reach of children.

Other

At the start of and during treatment with the nicotine patch, smoking should be stopped completely and any further nicotine intake should be avoided.The patch can be used in conjunction with various smoking cessation programs, self-motivation or behavioral therapy.A change in quantity cannot be achieved by cutting up a plaster or by sticking on several plasters with a strength of 14 mg or 21 mg.Part of the treatment regimen is to gradually discontinue the nicotine patch.The risk of addiction after treatment is extremely low.Abruptly discontinuing treatment with the nicotine patch is likely to have similar effects as withdrawing comparable amounts of nicotine when quitting smoking.The nicotine patch must be kept out of the reach of children at all times.Since the patches still contain nicotine even after use, they must be disposed of in such a way that they cannot under any circumstances fall into the hands of a child.The patch is not waterproof, but can be left on the skin with careful showering.From a medical point of view, it is also not necessary to remove the plaster in the solarium.To protect the plaster from moisture, it can be covered with a normal drug-free plaster.Alternatively, it is possible to remove a plaster a maximum of 1-2 times without affecting its adhesive properties.Under no circumstances should the patch be left on the skin while visiting the sauna or diving.If the adhesive effect of the plaster has been impaired despite precautionary measures, it can be attached with a conventional wound plaster that is free of active ingredients.