Nicopatch 7 mg / 24 h, -14 mg / 24 h, -21 mg / 24 h – indications, dosage, contraindications, side effects

Nicopatch 7 mg / 24 h, -14 mg / 24 h, -21 mg / 24 h is used to relieve withdrawal symptoms in nicotine addiction and to help you stop smoking. The active substance of the preparation is nicotine. The medicine is in the form of patches and can be obtained without a prescription.

Nicopatch 7 mg/24 h, -14 mg/24 h, -21 mg/24 h (Pierre Fabre Medicine/Ozone Laboratories Polska)

Nicopatch 7 mg / 24 h, -14 mg / 24 h, -21 mg / 24 h – indications and dosage

Nicopatch 7 mg / 24 h, -14 mg / 24 h, -21 mg / 24 h are patches that are recommended:

1. in relieving withdrawal symptoms in nicotine addiction,
2. helpful in getting used to smoking.

Dosage of the preparation

Nicopatch 7 mg / 24 h, -14 mg / 24 h, -21 mg / 24 h is in the form of patches. They should be applied to the dry, intact and hairless skin of the shoulder blade, arms, hips, etc. It is recommended to change the application site. The patches are used individually, depending on the degree of addiction and the severity of withdrawal symptoms.

1. Adults. initially, usually a patch of 21 mg / 24 h or 14 mg / 24 h for 3-4 weeks,
2. then gradually reduce the dose to 14 mg / 24 h and 7 mg / 24 h, depending on the treatment results.
3. Usually the preparation is used for about 3 months, max. 6 months. Smoking should be completely stopped during the treatment.

Nicopatch 7 mg / 24 h, -14 mg / 24 h, -21 mg / 24 h – and contraindications

Contraindications to the use of Nicopatch 7 mg / 24 h, -14 mg / 24 h, -21 mg / 24 h patches are:

1. hypersensitivity to any component of the preparation,
2. the use of the preparation for non-smokers or occasionally smokers.

Nicopatch 7 mg / 24 h, -14 mg / 24 h, -21 mg / 24 ha contraindications

1. Without a medical recommendation, the preparation should not be used in adolescents under 18 years of age.
2. Before using the preparation, be careful and consult a doctor in the event of a recent heart attack, cerebrovascular accidents or the presence of cardiovascular diseases (e.g. angina, including Prinzmetal’s angina, heart failure, acute arrhythmias, uncontrolled hypertension, vasoconstriction, severe peripheral vascular disease, cerebral circulation disorders). People in this group are recommended to quit smoking without using nicotine replacement therapy or, if necessary, remain under close medical supervision.
3. Before using Nicopatch, consult a physician in the case of: stomach or duodenal ulcer; esophagitis; overactive thyroid gland; pheochromocytoma of the adrenal gland; moderate or severe liver or kidney problems.
4. Discontinue treatment and consult your doctor in case of severe or prolonged skin reactions.
5. Doses of nicotine tolerated by adults can endanger the health of young children and even result in their death.
6. The dose of nicotine in used or new patches may be harmful to children.
7. Keep Nicopatch out of the reach of children, so dispose of used patches carefully.
8. Women who are pregnant or planning to have children should quit smoking without using nicotine replacement therapy. If this attempt is unsuccessful, consult your doctor before using the preparation during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. Your doctor will assess the risk-benefit ratio.
9. Nicotine should not be taken in any form during pregnancy and breastfeeding as it is harmful to both the baby and the mother. If there is a need to continue nicotine replacement therapy while breastfeeding, use oral forms containing nicotine (only after consulting a doctor) and not a transdermal patch.
10. There is no information on the effect of the preparation on the ability to drive and use machines.

Nicopatch 7 mg / 24 h, -14 mg / 24 h, -21 mg / 24 h with other medications

1. Inform your doctor about all medications you have recently taken, including those obtained without a prescription.
2. Due to quitting nicotine (with or without nicotine replacement therapy), you may need to change the dosage of some medications you are taking (after stopping smoking, the metabolism may slow down and, consequently, the concentration of some drugs in the blood may increase, such as: caffeine, theophylline, flecainide, clozapine. , olanzapine, ropinirole, pentazocine).
3. The nicotine contained in the preparation may lead to an increase in the concentration of cortisol and catecholamines, require adjustment of the dose of nifedipine, adrenolytic drugs, insulin, reduce the effect of diuretics, delay the healing of gastric ulcers under the influence of antihistamines.

Nicopatch 7 mg / 24 h, -14 mg / 24 h, -21 mg / 24 h – side effects

The use of Nicopatch 7 mg / 24 h, -14 mg / 24 h, -21 mg / 24 h patches may cause the following side effects:

1. itching
2. erythema,
3. local skin reactions,
4. swelling and burning sensation at the application site,
5. sleep disturbances,
6. nervousness,
7. headaches and dizziness,
8. increased sweating,
9. joint and / or muscle pain,
10. flu-like symptoms
11. weakness,
12. tiredness,
13. nausea,
14. vomiting,
15. palpitations
16. fast heart beat
17. very rarely allergic and contact dermatitis.

Some symptoms may be due to stopping smoking.