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NICODERM CQ 7 mg/24h

nicotine · PATCH, EXTENDED RELEASE · Haleon US Holdings LLC

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NICODERM CQ is a patch, extended release containing nicotine at 7 mg/24h, taken transdermal. Manufactured by Haleon US Holdings LLC.

Key Facts

Brand Name
NICODERM CQ
Generic Name
nicotine
NDC Code (Product)
0135-0196
Manufacturer
Haleon US Holdings LLC
Strength
7 mg/24h
Dosage Form
PATCH, EXTENDED RELEASE
Route
TRANSDERMAL
Marketing Status
Application #
NDA020165
Drug Class
Cholinergic Nicotinic Agonist [EPC]
Marketing Start
05/12/2011

Recall History

No Recall History

Full Prescribing Information

Source: FDA Drug Label (SPL)For healthcare professionals

Indications & Usage

Use reduces withdrawal symptoms, including nicotine craving, associated with quitting smoking

Dosage & Administration

Directions if you are under 18 years of age, ask a doctor before use before using this product, read the enclosed User's Guide for complete directions and other information begin using the patch on your quit day 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 7 mg 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 (21 mg). Start with STEP 2 (14 mg) for 6 weeks, then STEP 3 (7 mg) 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. Save pouch for disposing of the patch after use. remove backing from patch and immediately press onto skin. Hold for 10 seconds. wash hands after applying or removing patch. Throw away the patch by folding sticky ends together. Replace in its pouch and discard. See enclosed User's Guide for safety and handling. you may wear the patch for 16 or 24 hours if you crave cigarettes when you w

Warnings

Warnings If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, only use this medicine on the advice of your health care provider. Smoking can seriously harm your child. Try to stop smoking without using any nicotine replacement medicine. This medicine is believed to be safer than smoking. However, the risks to your child from this medicine are not fully known. Ask a doctor before use if you have heart disease, recent heart attack, or irregular heartbeat. Nicotine can increase your heart rate. high blood pressure not controlled with medication. Nicotine can increase your blood pressure. an allergy to adhesive tape or have skin problems because you are more likely to get rashes stomach ulcers or diabetes history of seizures Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are using a non-nicotine stop smoking drug taking a prescription medicine for depression or asthma. Your prescription dose may need to be adjusted. When using this product if you have vivid dreams or other sleep disturbances remove this patch at bedtime Stop use and ask a doctor if skin redness caused by the patch does not go away after four days, or if your skin swells, or you get a rash irregular heartbeat or palpitations occur you

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NICODERM CQ used for?

NICODERM CQ contains nicotine. It is a patch, extended release taken transdermal. Consult your doctor for specific uses.

Is NICODERM CQ a controlled substance?

NICODERM CQ is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.

What is the generic name for NICODERM CQ?

The generic name for NICODERM CQ is nicotine. There are 12 other brand versions of nicotine.

What is the NDC code for NICODERM CQ 7 mg/24h?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for NICODERM CQ 7 mg/24h is 0135-0196, listed by Haleon US Holdings LLC.