General information, not an individual diagnosis. Ask a healthcare professional if you are unsure about your situation.
A nicotine patch delivers nicotine through the skin to help manage withdrawal when stopping smoking. Plan the product and its use with a health professional according to your situation.
Ameli recommends clean, dry skin without irritation or redness, avoiding skin folds. Prepare the area before opening the sachet; apply the patch immediately after opening.
Follow the leaflet for how long to use it and how to change the application site. Instructions differ by product; the official NICOPATCHLIB information specifically says not to cut that patch.
Avoid contact with your eyes or nose while handling it and wash your hands after applying it. If the patch adheres poorly, ask for a demonstration rather than improvise a treatment change.
Even a used nicotine patch can poison a child. Fold the sticky side inwards and keep new and used patches out of children's sight and reach; ask how to dispose of them properly.
The leaflet for NICOPATCHLIB 7 mg/24 h transdermal patches recommends stopping this medicine and consulting a doctor or pharmacist for a severe or persistent skin reaction. For sudden swelling, including of the face or throat, it says to stop this medicine and seek emergency medical assistance immediately, especially if you have difficulty breathing. Do not wait for a prevention appointment.
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