Nicoderm CQ Smoking Cessation Aid, Step 2, 14mg Clear
- Nicoderm CQ Step 2 14 mg is for individuals who smoke less than 10 cigarettes a day. If you smoke more than that start with step 1.
If your ready to quit smoking try Nicoderm CQ Patch. It is a 3 step program that allows you to gradually reduce your dose of nicotine at your own pace.
Nicoderm CQ is a clear patch that gives you a steady release of nicotine over a 24 hour period through SmartControl Technology.
- Step 2 - less than 10 cigarettes per day
- 14 mg Clear Patch
- SmartControl technology releases Nicotine steadily over a 24 hour period.
14 Clear Patches - 14 mg
Active Ingredients: Nicotine (14 mg) (per patch)
Inactive Ingredients: Ethylene/Vinyl Acetate Copolymer, Polyisobutylene, High Density Polyethylene Between Clear Polyster Backings
Read carton and enclosed User's Guide before using this product. Keep the carton and User's Guide. They contain important information.
- if you are under 18 years of age, ask a doctor before use
before using the product, read the enclosed user's guide for complete directions and other information
- stop smoking completely when you begin using the patch
- if you smoke more than 10 cigarettes per day, use according to the following 10 week schedule
Step 1 | Step 2 | Step 3 |
Use one 21 mg patch/day | Use one 14 mg patch/day | Use one 7mg patch/day |
Weeks 1 - 6 | Weeks 7 - 8 | Weeks 9- 10 |
- if you smoke 10 or less cigarettes per day, do not use Step 1 (21mg). Start with Step 2 (14mg) for 6 weeks, then Step 3 (7mg) for 2 weeks and then stop.
- steps 2 and 3 allow you to gradually reduce your level of nicotine. Completing the full program will increase your chances of quitting successfully.
- apply one new patch every 24 hours on skin that is dry, clean and hairless
- remove backing from patch and immediately press onto skin. Hold for 10 seconds.
- wash hands after applying or removing patch. Throw away the patch in the enclosed disposal tray. See enclosed user's guide for safety and handling.
- you may wear the patch for 16 to 24 hours.
- if you crave cigarettes when you wake up, wear the patch for 24 hours.
- if you have vivid dreams or other sleep disturbances, you may remove the patch at bedtime and apply a new one in the morning
- the used patch should be removed and a new one applied to a different skin site at the same time each day
- do not wear more than one patch at a time
- do not cut patch in half or into smaller pieces
- do not leave patch on for more than 24 hours because it may irritate your skin and lose strength after 24 hours
- stop using the patch at the end of 10 weeks. If you started with Step 2, stop using the patch at the end of 8 weeks. If you still feel the need to use the patch talk to your doctor
Store at 20 -25°C (68 - 77°F)