*In a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial. 513 smokers with a smoking history of at least 1 pack a day were randomized to receive NICODERM® 21 mg/day, 14 mg/day, 7 mg/day or placebo. Patients received smoking cessation counselling during the 6-week course of the trial.
Step 1:
21 mg One Patch Daily
Step 2:
14 mg One Patch Daily
Step 3:
7 mg One Patch Daily
For patients who smoke <10 cigarettes/day, weigh less than 45 kg (100 lbs) or have cardiovascular disease:
Patient counselling: How to properly apply the NICODERM® Patch50
To ensure safe disposal, used patches should be discarded by folding them with the sticky sides together to minimize risk to children and pets.
Keep out of reach of children. DO NOT USE IF YOU: are under 18 years of age; are an occasional or nonsmoker; are pregnant or nursing; have generalized skin disorders (e.g. eczema, rash). ASK YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE USE IF YOU: have/have had heart, thyroid, circulation or stomach problems, stroke or high blood pressure; take insulin or any prescription medications.50
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