{"product_id":"niquitin-clear-21mg-nicotine-patches-step-1-14-patches","title":"NiQuitin Clear 21mg Nicotine Patches Step 1 - 14 Patches","description":"\u003cp class=\"lede\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNiQuitin Clear 21mg Step 1 patches are clear 24-hour nicotine patches that relieve cravings and withdrawal symptoms for heavier smokers starting a quit attempt, sold by Ways Pharmacy (UK).\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFormat\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTransdermal patch (clear)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePack\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14 patches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eActive ingredient\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNicotine 21mg released over 24 hours per patch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStrength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStep 1 (21mg\/24hrs)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWear time\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 24 hours; may be removed at bedtime\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLegal category\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGSL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdults who smoke more than 10 cigarettes a day and want to stop smoking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdolescents aged 12 to 17, following the same schedule for up to 12 weeks in total\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePregnant or breastfeeding women only after advice from a healthcare professional\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not for non-smokers, occasional smokers, children under 12, or anyone allergic to nicotine or any of the patch ingredients; lighter smokers (fewer than 10 a day) start on Step 2 (14mg).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRead the enclosed leaflet carefully before use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply one new patch each day, preferably soon after waking, to clean, dry, hairless skin. Press firmly for at least 10 seconds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeave it in place for 24 hours, or remove it at bedtime (after about 16 hours) if preferred. Use a different skin site each time and do not reuse a site for at least seven days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdults who smoke more than 10 a day: use Step 1 (21mg) for the first 6 weeks, then Step 2 (14mg) for weeks 7-8, then Step 3 (7mg) for weeks 9-10.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter handling a patch, wash your hands with water only, not soap. Fold used patches in half, sticky side in, and dispose of them out of reach of children and pets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho should start on 21mg?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdults who smoke more than 10 cigarettes a day start on Step 1. Lighter smokers start on Step 2 (14mg).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow long does a pack of 14 last?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne patch is used per day, so a pack lasts 2 weeks. Step 1 is normally used for 6 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo I have to wear it overnight?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. It can be worn for 24 hours or removed at bedtime after about 16 hours, although morning cravings may be stronger if removed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I shower or swim with it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, for short periods, if the patch has been applied properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan teenagers use it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, from 12 years, following the same steps but for no more than 12 weeks in total unless a healthcare professional advises otherwise.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSafety and storage\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNicotine can cause severe poisoning in children. Keep out of the reach and sight of children, including used patches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTalk to a healthcare professional first if you have heart problems, diabetes, epilepsy, stomach ulcers, serious liver or kidney problems, an overactive thyroid, or allergic eczema or dermatitis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep patches in their sealed sachets until use and do not use if a sachet is damaged.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRead the PIL. Report suspected side effects through the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yellowcard.mhra.gov.uk\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMHRA Yellow Card scheme\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Who should start on 21mg?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Adults who smoke more than 10 cigarettes a day start on Step 1. 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