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According to my pharmacist, after four years they can still be anywhere from 50 to 100 percent active, depending on the make or even the individual patch in each box. He suggested possibly trying the stage one patches I had that were old, as stage two patches. He also said it's definitely NOT a waste to try them as they will not release anything toxic into your system. At the worst, they MAY not work, in which case you would try another patch. He recommended, though, to never use two expired patches together, in case you do manage to get patches with a combined dosage of over 100%. So, DON'T throw them out - give 'em a try. If you don't feel any relief after an hour, try a new one and discard the old. Good luck with your struggle - it is worth it in the end to be finally rid of nicotine!
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∙ 15y agoYes. The patch will still retain most if not all of its effectiveness. The expiration date is generous one for this product. Degradation of the active ingredient(s) is minimal.
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∙ 15y agoi am currently using patches 3 months out of date and feel fine and get no extra irritation. i am currently using patches 3 months out of date and feel fine and get no extra irritation.
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∙ 14y agoYes. It is better than smoking.
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∙ 12y agoNo.
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What is the maximum number of nicotine patches that can be worn per day?
Only one nicotine patch should be worn per day. Rotating the placement of the patches will prevent irritation and will insure that the trans dermal medication is being absorbed by the body. Always remove the last patch before applying another one.
Where can one buy nicotine patches?
Nicotine gum can be found in many places. It is available most major stores such as Wal-Mart, CVS, Kmart, Walgreens, and many others. In order to purchase this gum you have to be at least 18 years old and provide a valid driver's license.
How does one quit using the smoking cessation method?
Basically, smoking cessation is simply not smoking anymore. There are nicotine replacement products such as patches and gum with amounts of nicotine in them to help ease the cravings.
How can you help your friend quit using tobacco?
There are alternatives such as nicotine patches or electric cigarette's But basically you can do very little besides convince them to try and stop because no one but that person themselves can get rid of the addiction nicotine causes.
How does nicotine patches work?
The patches are designed to release nicotine into the body through the skin at a measured rate and amount.You start off by applying one of the stronger patches, and stopping smoking at that time. Not only is it necessary to stop using cigarettes to help break the habit of smoking and oral ingestion of nicotine, it is also dangerous to do so when you are using the patch. Nicotine is a poison, and it is possible to overdose.After a period of time, you graduate down to lower and lower dose patches. This avoids the discomfort of nicotine withdrawal while you are dealing with the habitual parts of the addiction, such as lighting up after meals (chew a toothpick), on the phone (doodle on a pad of paper), in the car (turn up the radio and sing), etc.Eventually you're down to practically no nicotine at all, and you just stop putting the patches on. There may be a day or so of discomfort, and then you're off to enjoy a smoke free life.Don't kid yourself. Quitting is still hard, even with the patch, but eliminating the madness associated with nicotine withdrawal makes it doable. Just remember: only addicts think they have to feel good all the time.
What is a nicotine subsitute?
gum patches even stuff like being hypnotizes haa yes and hello are you called john oh yes i have one bye
What is the expiration date on a limited permit in the army?
One year from date of issue
What are some companies that can help you quit smoking?
Nicotine replacement therapy is considered to be one of the most important parts of an effective smoking cessation regime. There is no one most effective aid for everyone, though. Most people need both physical support (nicotine gum or patch) and mental support, help and encouragement from friends and family.
How do you protect computer from hackers?
Number one and biggest way, keep the OS up to date on patches. Next, Anti-Virus and keep it up to date. Then Anti-Spyware, and keep it up to date, be sure you use one that can do active scanning, or active protection.
How does nicotine abuse affect us?
Nicotine is one of those funny substances that our bodies crave once they've just a single taste of it. We are actually born with nicotinic receptors all over our body. Funny, but our body is extremely sensitive to nicotine because of all these receptors packed densely throughout our bodies, places like our nerves, or our muscles. SO, with the teeniest amount that we let in via nicotine gum, cigarettes, cigars, nicotine patches, our little receptors are having a little holiday with our cells, just going crazy off of the nicotine. Since the teeniest amount can have such widespread effects then just a few milligrams too much and you can go into toxic shock.
What are some useful aids to help one quit smoking?
There are a wide variety of helpful resources available to individuals who are interested in quitting smoking. Nicotine patches and Chantix, for example, are popular aides. Another option available to such people is hypnosis.
How much nicotine is in one chew of tobacco?
Most snus contains 8mg of nicotine per gram. A sachet of Scandinavian snus delivers the same amount of nicotine as one standard cigarette. American snus, on the other hand, has lower levels of nicotine.
