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Nicotine patches to a family of medications known as nicotine replacement therapies. Nicotine patches work as deterrent while stopping smoking. There are a few brands on the market: Prostep, Habitrol, NiQuitin, Nicotrol, Nicorette, and Commit. The main difference between each types is not the amount of nicotine placed between the backing and the adhesive, but the size of the patch. This is due to the nature of the adhesive. For the adhesive to maintain its hold properly, the consistency of it must remain the same, thereby allowing only a specific amount of nicotine.
Nicotine patches provide small amount of nicotine, which may provide aid to stop smoking by lessening physical signs of smoking withdrawal symptoms. You must stop smoking before using the patches and continue not to smoke while using this medication.
Nicotine patches side effects
This stop smoking drug may cause headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, drowsiness, stomach upset, nausea or flushing the first few days as your body adjusts to the medication.
You should say your doctor if these symptoms persist or become bothersome.
If the area around the patch becomes red, itchy or irritated, try a new site. If the irritation continues or becomes worse, notify your doctor.
You should also seay your doctor if you develop: breathing difficulties, chest pain, irregular heartbeat, nervousness, anxiety, tremors.
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Nicotine patches