Patches

Novartis

Habitrol (nicotine patch) is used as an aid to stop smoking.

Do not take Habitrol (nicotine patch) if you continue to smoke or chew tobacco, use snuff, use a nicotine patch or other nicotine-containing products you are allergic to the adhesive tape

Before using Habitrol (nicotine patch), tell your health care provider about any of the following: if you are pregnant, plan on becoming pregnant, or breastfeeding if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine if you have any other medical condition if you are under 18 years of age

Careful consideration should be given when using Habitrol (nicotine patch) in people with heart disease, peptic ulcer, hyperthyroidism, diabetes mellitus, renal and hepatic insufficiency. If these people continue to smoke while using Habitrol (nicotine patch), excessive nicotine levels could be produced that can exacerbate pre-existing diseases and can cause serious adverse reactions

Other: Abnormal dreaming, allergic reactions, back pain, chest pain, constipation, cough, diarrhea, drowsiness, dry mouth, headache, impaired concentration, indigestion, inflammation of sinuses, menstrual irregularities, numb­ness, pain, pins and needles sensation, rash, sleeplessness, sore throat, stomach pain, sweating, taste changes, tingling, vomiting, weakness

How much medicine you take and how often you take it depends on many factors, including the condition being treated and the age and weight of the patient. If you have any questions about the amount and/or frequency of Habitrol (nicotine patch) you are taking, talk with your health care provider. Habitrol (nicotine patch) is to help in the stopping of smoking by reducing the withdrawal symptoms of nicotine. Stop smoking or using any tobacco products completely when you begin using Habitrol (nicotine patch) even when you are not wearing the patch. Remove the patch at bedtime to avoid having vivid dreams or other sleep disturbances. Stop using Habitrol (nicotine patch) if skin redness caused by the patch does not go away after 4 days. Apply the patch at the same time every day. Place the patch in a different area every day. Place the patch on a healthy, clean, dry and hairless piece of skin on the upper arm or hip. Press firmly and count to 10 when applying to ensure good adhesion. Do not keep on the skin for longer than 16 hours. The patch can get wet as long as it is firmly in place. You may need to seek additional medical help to stop smoking. The stopping of smoking does not happen overnight. The stopping of smoking does not happen overnight. Stop using Habitrol (nicotine patch) if any of the following occurs: Mouth, teeth, or jaw problems; pounding in the chest; nausea; vomiting; dizziness; weakness. Habitrol (nicotine patch) may cause dizziness; patients should observe caution while driving or performing other tasks requiring alertness, coordination, or physical dexterity. This product should be used as a larger part of a program to help you quit smoking. If you need help finding a program, talk with your health care provider. Keep Habitrol (nicotine patch) out of the reach of children and pets. Even used patches have enough nicotine to poison children and pets. Do not stop taking Habitrol (nicotine patch) without checking with your health care provider. Patients with previous medical conditions should talk with their health care provider before taking Habitrol (nicotine patch). Do not take more medicine than prescribed unless advised to do so by your health care provider or health care provider. Do not take any other over-the-counter or prescription medicines without talking with your health care provider. If a dose is missed, take it as soon as possible. If several hours have passed or if it is nearing time for the next dose, do not double the dose to catch up, unless advised by your health care provider. If more than one dose is missed, contact your health care provider or pharmacist.

Store Habitrol (nicotine patch) patch at room temperature. Apply immediately upon removal from pouch, and do not store after the pouch has been opened.