Nicotinell 14 mg, 28 Transdermal Patches

It is a medicine in the form of a transdermal patch, similar to a sticking plaster, which contains the medicine in the part that sticks to the skin. It is used for the relief ofnicotine withdrawal symptomsthat occur when you try to stop smoking.

It comes in a pack of 28 patches.

For smokers over the age of 18 who want to quit smoking.

The usual treatment consists of 3 phases:

- Initial phase: it will help you to stop smoking.

- Follow-up treatment: this phase consolidates smoking cessation and starts nicotine withdrawal.

- Withdrawal treatment: this phase helps you to finish treatment.

Treatment should normally be continued for 3 months, although the length of treatment depends on the individual.

Open the sachet using scissors and remove the patch. Do not cut the Nicotinelltransdermal patch .

Remove the pre-cutdisposable protective sheet on the side of the transdermal patch. This is the side that contains the medicine and should be in contact with the skin.

3. Immediately after removing the protective sheet, place the Nicotinelltransdermal patch on an area of dry, uninjured skin (cuts, scratches or bruises) and with little hair: shoulder, waist, upper outer arm, etc. Avoid mobile areas of the body such as joints subject to friction with clothing. Apply the patch in its entirety and without cutting into the skin.

4. To ensure perfect adhesion, press firmly on the entire outer surface of the patch with the palm of the hand for at least 10-20 seconds.

5. Keep the patch on for 24 hours. If you have difficulty sleeping, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Change the Nicotinelltransdermal patch every 24 hours .Use a different area of skin to apply the patch and allow several days to pass before using the same area again.

When you remove the patch from your skin, you should fold it in half with the side in contact with the skin on the inside before disposing of it in a safe place and keep it out of sight and reach of children.

During handling, avoid contact with eyes and nose and wash hands after application.

The duration of treatment is restricted to 6 months.

Like all medicines,Nicotinell 14 mg transdermal patches may have side effects, although not all people will experience them.Specifically, the following have been observed:

• Serious: Some side effects can be serious, particularly whenallergic reactions such as swelling of the skin, swelling of the face and mouth, low blood pressure and difficulty breathingoccur.If you experience any of these, remove the patch and inform your doctor immediately.
• Very common:application sitereactions such as itching, redness, oedema (swelling) and burning sensation (on the area of skin on your bodywhereNicotinell transdermal patch has been applied ) . If you have a severe skin reaction that does not go away, you should stop treatment and consult your doctor or pharmacist to find another nicotine replacement treatment to help you stop smoking. These effects are often caused by not changing the application site of the patch every day. Changing the application site will allow the irritation to go away naturally causing mild discomfort. Sleep disorders including sleeplessness and abnormal dreams. Headache, nausea, dizziness, feeling sick, vomiting.
• Frequent:palpitations (feeling the heart beat), shortness of breath, nervousness, trembling, feeling sick, stomach pain, diarrhoea, sore or swollen throat, cough, dry mouth, tiredness or weakness, constipation,joint and muscle pain.These effects are often mild and will disappear naturally and quickly once the patch is removed.

If you are recovering immediately after a heart attack, stroke, or have severe heart rhythm disturbances or uncontrolled high blood pressure, you should consult your doctor before starting treatment with Nicotinell.