The NICORETTE® Step 1 INVISIPATCH™ is 44% more effective than
the original NICORETTE® Step 1 Patch*1
The NICORETTE® INVISIPATCH™ is a discreet, easy-to-use, once-a-day solution to
help you deal with the cravings and withdrawal symptoms associated with quitting
smoking.
It may be suitable for you if you are a regular smoker who smokes throughout the
day.
* INVISIPATCH™ 25mg vs. Original Patch 15mg at 12 weeks.
1Tonnesen P et al. Higher dosage nicotine patches increase one-year smoking cessation rates:results from the European CEASE trial. Eur Resp J 1999. 13; 238-246.
How does it work?
The semi-transparent NICORETTE® INVISIPATCH™ helps you to quit by delivering a
continuous, controlled dose of
nicotine into your body to help relieve cravings and withdrawal symptoms.
The nicotine is
released through your skin over 16 hours. It is absorbed quite slowly compared
to smoking a cigarette so you should be prepared to wait a little while longer
for the nicotine to get into your system.
How do I use the NICORETTE® INVISIPATCH™?
For your NICORETTE® INVISIPATCH™ to work effectively it is important that you use
it properly, so make sure that you read through all the instructions carefully.
Do:
- Apply one fresh NICORETTE® INVISIPATCH™ first thing every morning
- Remove the patch before going to bed and dispose of it safely
- Apply the patch to a clean, dry, hairless area of skin on the front or side of
your chest, upper arm or hip.
Don't:
- Apply the patch to the same spot of skin two days running
- Use the patch on broken or inflamed skin
- Smoke while you are wearing the Patch.
NICORETTE® INVISIPATCH™ Reduction Guide
It is important to gradually reduce the amount of
nicotine you absorb until you can do without it.
If you smoke more than 20 cigarettes a day, then the NICORETTE® INVISIPATCH™ 25mg is a good starting dose for you. The NICORETTE® INVISIPATCH™ is available
in three strengths (25mg, 15mg & 10mg), so you can start on the highest dose and
then gradually reduce your intake:
- Start with the new higher strength 25mg full strength patches for eight weeks
- Switch to the 15mg patch for two weeks
- Finally, lower the dose to the 10mg patches for a further 2 weeks before giving
up all together
Or if you smoke less than 20 cigarettes a day, then you should start on the 15mg
patch for 8 weeks, then cut down to the 10mg patch for 4 weeks.
Remember, if you have any questions or are not sure of anything, please ask your
pharmacist or local GP for advice and always read the label.
Contains nicotine. Requires willpower. Always read the label.
