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Habitrol Nicotine Patch 21mg/24hr Step 1 28 Patches

Habitrol Nicotine Patch 21mg/24hr Step 1 28 Patches

$43.50 - $43.50
$43.50
$43.50 - $43.50
$43.50

General Information

Habitrol Nicotine Patch Step 1 (21mg/24 hours) is a transdermal nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) used as an aid to stopping smoking. Each patch releases a steady, controlled amount of nicotine through the skin over 24 hours to help relieve cravings and withdrawal symptoms. Step 1 is the starting strength for people who smoke more than 20 cigarettes a day. This value pack contains 28 patches. General Sale Medicine.

Key Benefits

  • Helps relieve cravings and nicotine withdrawal symptoms day and night
  • One patch a day – 24-hour steady nicotine release
  • Part of the Habitrol 3-step programme that gradually reduces your nicotine dose
  • Step 1 starting strength for smokers of more than 20 cigarettes a day
  • 28 patches – 4 weeks' supply

Ingredients

Active: Each 30cm² patch contains nicotine 52.5mg, releasing approximately 21mg of nicotine over 24 hours.

Other components: Basic butylated methacrylate copolymer, aluminium-coated polyester foil, acrylate-vinylacetate copolymer, medium-chain triglycerides, paper backing, siliconised aluminised polyester protective film.

Directions

Adults (18 years and over): apply one patch each day, at the same time each day.

  • Smokers of more than 20 cigarettes a day start with Step 1 (21mg) for 3–4 weeks, then Step 2 (14mg) for 3–4 weeks, then Step 3 (7mg) for 3–4 weeks. Total treatment is usually about 3 months.
  • Apply straight after removing from the pouch to clean, dry, non-hairy, unbroken skin on the trunk or upper arm. Press firmly with the palm for 10–20 seconds.
  • Use a different site each day and wait about a week before using the same area again. Do not apply to red, broken or irritated skin.
  • Wash your hands after applying. Fold used patches in half, sticky sides together, and dispose of them out of reach of children and pets.
  • Young people aged 12–17: use only on the advice of a healthcare professional.

Warnings

Always read the label and use only as directed. If symptoms persist, see your healthcare professional.

  • Do not use if you are a non-smoker or occasional smoker, under 12 years of age, have a skin disease that may affect patch use, or are allergic to nicotine or any of the patch components.
  • Nicotine is toxic – used and unused patches can poison children. Keep out of sight and reach of children and pets.
  • Ask your doctor or pharmacist before use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have heart or circulation problems (including a recent heart attack or stroke, angina or high blood pressure), diabetes, an overactive thyroid, liver or kidney problems, a stomach ulcer or a skin condition such as dermatitis or psoriasis, or are taking other medicines.
  • Skin redness or itching at the application site is common. Stop using and seek advice if a skin reaction is severe or persistent.
  • The patch contains aluminium – remove it before an MRI scan.
  • May cause sleep disturbances. Stop use and seek advice if you notice signs of too much nicotine, such as nausea, dizziness, headache or a fast heartbeat.