Nicotinell Pleisters TTS10 7mg 7 pieces
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Product information for Nicotinell Pleisters TTS10 7mg:
Application of Nicotinell Pleisters TTS10 7mg:
Nicotinell belongs to a group of medicines used as an aid in quittingwith smoking.
Nicotinell is a patch that you apply to the skin, similar to a patch that a
medicine contains in the side that sticks to the skin.
What is this medicine used for
This medicine is used to relieve nicotine withdrawal symptoms in
nicotine dependence when you want to quit smoking.
Composition of Nicotinell Pleisters TTS10 7mg:
Active substance: Each transdermal patch contains 17.5 mgnicotine in a 10 cm² patch and delivers 7 mg nicotine per 24 hours.
Excipients: basic butylated methacrylate copolymer (Eudragit E 100), aluminium-coated polyester foil, acrylate-vinyl acetate copolymer (Duro-Tak 387-2516), medium-chain triglycerides (Miglyol 812), paper 26 g/m², siliconized aluminium-coated polyester film, brown ink.
Usage of Nicotinell Pleisters TTS10 7mg:
To increase your chances of success in quitting smoking, you should stop smoking completely during treatment with Nicotinell patches.Nicotinell transdermal patches can be used as monotherapy (patches only) (see further 'Monotherapy') or – in cases of severe dependence – simultaneously with other nicotine replacement medicines such as chewing gum or lozenges (see further 'Combination therapy').
Nicotinell patches should not be used by smokers under 18 years of age without prior medical advice.
Nicotinell transdermal patches are available in three different strengths: 7 mg/24 hours, 14 mg/24 hours and 21 mg/24 hours.
The correct strength for you is determined based on the number of cigarettes you smoke daily or with the Fagerström test. This test determines your level of nicotine dependence. The results of this test can help you determine which strength is most suitable for you.
Fagerström test:
After waking up, when do you light your first cigarette?
- less than 5 minutes - 3 points
- 6 to 30 minutes - 2 points
- 31 to 60 minutes - 1 point
- after 60 minutes - 0 points
Do you find it difficult not to smoke in places where it is prohibited?
- Yes - 1 point
- No - 0 points
Which cigarette of the day do you find the hardest to give up?
- The first - 1 point
- Any other - 0 points
How many cigarettes do you smoke per day?
- 10 or less - 0 points
- 11 to 20 - 1 point
- 21 to 30 - 2 points
- 31 or more - 3 points
Do you smoke more in the morning than in the afternoon?
- Yes - 1 point
- No
Do you smoke when you are ill and have to stay in bed most of the day?
to stay?
- Yes - 1 point
- No
Score from 0 to 2: You are not dependent on nicotine.
You can quit smoking without nicotine replacement therapy.
However, if you have any doubts about quitting smoking or if you don't know which patch to choose, ask
then ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice.
Score 3 to 4: You are slightly dependent on nicotine.
Score 5 to 6: You are moderately dependent on nicotine.
Nicotine replacement therapy will likely increase your chances of success. Ask your doctor if
pharmacist for advice in choosing the most suitable therapy for you.
Score 7 to 10: You are strongly to very strongly dependent on nicotine.
Nicotine replacement therapy is recommended to help you quit smoking.
Treatment should be carried out with a sufficient and appropriate dose
Ask your doctor or pharmacist for specialist advice and support regarding
quit smoking.
The strength of Nicotinell transdermal patches may need to be adjusted
during treatment because your dependence on nicotine changes. Sometimes the
The nicotine dose in Nicotinell transdermal patches may be too low for you, but sometimes also too high.
The dose should be increased if you experience withdrawal symptoms such as:
- a persistent urge to smoke
- irritation
- sleep disorders
- agitation or impatience
- concentration disorders
Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice. Your dosage may need to be adjusted.
The dose should be reduced if you experience symptoms of overdose, such as:
- nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea
- excessive saliva production
- sweating
- headache, dizziness, decreased hearing, visual disturbances
- a general feeling of weakness (being listless)
Monotherapy (patch treatment)
Standard treatment in three phases:
Step 1: Will help you quit smoking
Step 2: Confirms smoking cessation and begins reducing nicotine dependence
Step 3: Helps to end the treatment.
The full treatment takes on average 3 months.
However, the duration may vary depending on the individual response; the full duration of the
monotherapy can last up to 6 months.
Score of 5 or higher on the Fagerström test or smoking more than 20 cigarettes per day:
Stap 1:
3 to 4 weeks Nicotinell 21 mg/24 hours
Stap 2:
3 to 4 weeks Nicotinell 14 mg/24 hours*
Stap 3:
3 to 4 weeks Nicotinell 7 mg/24 hours*
Score less than 5 on the Fagerström test or smoking less than 20 cigarettes per day
Start with step 2
Stap 2:
3 to 4 weeks Nicotinell 14 mg/24 hours**
Stap 3:
3 to 4 weeks Nicotinell 7 mg/24 hours**
* If the urge is still high, go to a higher dose (or step) and resume the schedule from there
**If the urge is still high, use the 21 mg strength and follow the schedule from step 1 for smokers of more than 20 cigarettes. Please read information leaflet before use
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