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Nicotine-releasing patches to help you quit smoking, as part of a treatment called Nicotine Replacement Therapy (or NRT for short).
Contains 14 patches.
NiQuitin Clear are nicotine-releasing patchesto help people stop smoking. This type of treatment is called Nicotine Replacement Therapy.
It comes in a pack of 14 patches.
For people over theage of 18 who want to stop smoking .
Use a new patch every day. The patch should only be used once for 24 hours. Do not use more than the recommended dose.
The recommended daily dose will depend on the stage and level of nicotine dependence.
Heavy smokers (more than 10 cigarettes a day):
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For 6 weeks |
Phase 1, NiQuitin Clear 21 mg/24 h, 1 patch/day |
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Weeks 7 and 8 |
Phase 2, NiQuitin Clear 14 mg/24 h, 1 patch/day |
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Weeks 9 and 10 |
Phase 3, NiQuitin Clear 7 mg/24 h, 1 patch per day |
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After 10 weeks |
Patches may be continued if necessary* . |
Lightly dependent smokers (less than 10 cigarettes per day):
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For 6 weeks |
Phase 2, NiQuitin Clear 14 mg/24 h, 1 patch per day |
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Weeks 7 and 8 |
Phase 3, NiQuitin Clear 7 mg/24 h, 1 patch per day |
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After 8 weeks |
Patches can be continued if needed* *Patches can be continued if needed*. |
*Patches can be continued after the recommended 8 to 10 weeks if you need them to stay smoke-free. However, if you are still using them after 9 months, consult a health care professional.
Do not use Niquitin Clear 14 mg patches:
As with all medicines on the market, Niquitin Clear 14 mg transdermal patches may cause side effects. In this case, the act of quitting smoking itself may produce some symptoms, such as feelings of weakness, dizziness, headache, cough and flu-like symptoms.
Other symptoms that may also be related to withdrawal symptoms associated with quitting smoking are: mood swings, insomnia, sleep disturbances, lack of concentration, feeling depressed, irritability, anxiety, drowsiness, restlessness or nervousness.
Consultyour healthcare professionalbefore you start using Niquitin Clear transdermal patches:
If you are inhospital due to heart attack, severe heart rhythm problems or stroke.You should try to stop smoking without using nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) unless your doctor tells you to use it .Once you leave hospital, you can use NRT as normal.
If you havediabetes.You should monitor your blood sugar levels more often than usual when you start using Niquitin Clear. Your insulin or medication needs may change.
If you have hadallergic reactionsinvolving swelling of the lips, face and throat or itchy skin rash. The use of NRT can sometimes trigger this type of reaction.
If you have hadallergic eczema or dermatitis. You may have a reaction to the patches.
If you have stomach or duodenal ulcersor an inflamed oesophagus or throat (the passage between your mouth and stomach). NRT may make your symptoms worse.
If you have a history ofepilepsy (seizures).
If you have a history ofcardiovasculardisease (such asheart disease, angina or high blood pressure) and want to use NiQuitin Clear patches in combination with NiQuitin tablets or chewing gum.
If you havesevere liver or kidney problems. You may be more susceptible to side effects.
If you have an uncontrolled overactive thyroid gland or pheochromocytoma (a tumour of the adrenal gland that can affect blood pressure). Nicotine can make your symptoms worse.
If you have any concerns about being dependent on this product or if you think you are dependent on this product.
The active substance in Niquitin Clear 14 mg Transdermal Patches is nicotine. The other excipients are: Ethylene Vinyl Acetate copolymer, Polyethylene Terephthalate, polyethylene film, polyisobutylene and printing ink.
As your body adjusts to being smoke-free,reduce the dose of patches used until you no longer need them. This reduction programme allows you to gradually overcome your body's nicotine needs. It is advisable to apply the patch on different areas to avoid irritation of the patch.
Please read the package leaflet included with this medicine carefully. If you have any questions, please consult our team of expert pharmacists.
The price of non-prescription medicines is set by law. However, at Farmaciasdirect you can buy Niquitin Clear 14 mg transdermal patches at a 10% discount, which is the legal maximum allowed.
