What are Nicotine Patches?
The patches each contain a specified amount of nicotine and comes in various strengths, usually 21mg, 14mg and 7mg. The nicotine is contained in a gel on the adhesive side of the patch, that releases nicotine slowly into your bloodstream. Nicotine patches come under various brand names, including Nicotrol, NicoDerm and Habitrol. NicoDerm and Habitrol come in 24 hour versions, while the Nicotrol patch is to be taken off before bedtime. Nicotine patches need not interrupt your lifestyle at all. They can be worn while showering, swimming or exercising. The patches are also skin-colored and flat, meaning that they can be worn out of the house, at dinner parties and in the workplace without anyone knowing.
Related Questions
- One thing to remember, traditional nicotine patches and gums only feed you more nicotine. Does that sound like a logical way to break an addiction?
- What is the difference between NiQuitin Clear (nicotine) Patches and NiQuitin Classic (nicotine) Patches?
- Can I wear NiQuitin (nicotine) Patches on the soles of my feet or palms of my hands?
