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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 else can I help you with?
Do nicotine patches contain nicotine?
Yes, nicotine patches do contain nicotine.
How much nicotine is delvered in a nicotine patch?
Nicotine patches come in three different strengths. There are 21 mg. patches, 14 mg. patches, and 7 mg. patches.
What is the age to get nicotine patches from the doctors?
That is up to the doctor. Nicotine patches can also be obtained over the counter.
Can you send nicotine patches in the mail?
no
Where can you get free nicotine patches in New York?
where or what phone numbers can i get to get free nicotine patches in long island ny or ny ny
Can NicoDerm patches used for smoking cessation become addictive?
Yes, nicotine patches such as NicoDerm can become addictive. The patches contain small amounts of nicotine to help combat some symptoms of smoking cessation. However, since nicotine is addictive, the patches themselves can be addictive.
Does nicotine enter your blood stream from nicotine patches?
Yes
Which nicotine replacement product does not require a prescription?
In the United States, both nicotine gum and patches are available without prescription. Of the two, the patches tend to work the best when used as directed. There is a very real danger of becoming addicted to the gum.
Is using a nicotine patch an example of injection?
No. Nicotine patches work by absorption. Injection involves placing a substance beneath the skin, usually through a needle or cannula.
How can I stop smoking cigarettes?
There are things out in the world for smokers who find it hard to quit. Nicotine patches work and so does nicotine gum. They give you nicotine so you wont have to smoke another cigarette ever again.
Will Excelus Blue Cross cover nicotine patches?
NO
What are alternative sources of nicotine besides tobacco?
Alternative sources of nicotine besides tobacco include electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes), nicotine patches, nicotine gum, nicotine lozenges, and nicotine inhalers.
