Nicotine EL TTS 30 (Nicotine)

Adult dosage

Adults: Apply 1 patch once daily to a hairless area of the body (such as the inner arm or buttock), changing the application site every day. Nicotinell TTS 30 is generally for smokers who smoke more than 20 cigarettes a day, and Nicotinell TTS20 is for smokers who smoke up to 20 cigarettes a day. Nicotinell TTS10 is used in the final step to reduce nicotine replacement. The following schedule is generally used. - Heavy smokers: Start with Nicotinell TTS 30, followed by Nicotinell TTS20, and finally Nicotinell TTS10, using each for 4 weeks. - Moderate smokers: Use Nicotinell TTS20 for 8 weeks, followed by Nicotinell TTS10 for 4 weeks. Treatment should not exceed 3 months. If smoking cessation is not successful after 3 months of treatment, discontinue treatment for the time being and then try smoking cessation treatment again.

This medication should only be used by patients who have decided to quit smoking. Continuing to smoke while using this medication may lead to more frequent cardiovascular side effects. Individuals with allergies to any of the ingredients in this medication or those with chronic skin conditions should not use it. It is safer for individuals with heart conditions, recent myocardial infarction, cerebrovascular disease, pregnant women, nursing mothers, individuals under 18 years of age, and non-smokers to avoid using this medication. Especially pregnant women should consult a healthcare professional before using this medication, even if they have failed to quit smoking, as nicotine can affect fetal health. Nursing mothers should avoid using this medication as it can be transmitted through breast milk and affect the baby, and should consult a doctor if they fail to quit smoking. Before using this medication, patients with gastrointestinal diseases, cardiovascular diseases, older age, impaired kidney or liver function, diabetes, thyroid dysfunction, etc., should consult a doctor or pharmacist. During use, various side effects such as dizziness, headaches, skin rashes, and itching may occur, and if severe, use should be stopped immediately and a specialist should be consulted. Using multiple patches simultaneously can lead to serious side effects due to nicotine overdose, so only one patch should be used at a time. Nicotine is highly toxic, and there is a significant risk of poisoning if children come into contact with it, so it should be stored out of the reach of children. Additionally, this medication may interact with other drugs, so it is important to consult a specialist if other medications are being taken during the smoking cessation process. In case of overdose, the patch should be removed from the skin immediately, the skin should be washed thoroughly, and the patient should go to the hospital for appropriate treatment. Finally, this medication must be removed before undergoing MRI scans, and should be stored in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.

Dizziness, headache, sleep disturbances, decreased concentration, fatigue, anxiety, irritability, increased appetite, erythema, itching, edema, burning sensation, vesicles, skin rash, tightness, infiltration, restlessness, nervous irritability, insomnia, abnormal dreams, movement disorders, attention deficit, hypersomnia, emotional instability, hypersensitivity, depression, confusional state, tremors, palpitations, hypertension, flushing, chest pain, dyspnea, arrhythmia, cough, upper respiratory tract infection, nausea, abdominal pain, indigestion, vomiting, constipation, diarrhea, abdominal bloating, dry mouth, sweating, pain and discomfort at the application site, skin depigmentation, cutaneous vasculitis, myalgia, arthritis, asthenia, arthralgia, muscle spasm, low back pain, urticaria, rash, angioedema, anaphylactic reaction, pallor, sweating, excessive salivation, nausea, abdominal cramps, auditory and visual disturbances, mental confusion, muscle weakness, neuropathic reactions, hypotension, weak and irregular pulse, circulatory failure, convulsions, prostration, dyspnea

Drug interactions

This medication may interact with paracetamol, caffeine, imipramine, oxazepam, pentazocine, propranolol, theophylline, warfarin, estrogen, lignocaine, phenacetin, insulin, adrenergic antagonists (such as prazosin and labetalol), flecainide, adrenergic agonists (such as isoprenaline and phenylephrine), propoxyphene, furosemide diuretics, H2 antagonists, beta-blockers, theophylline, tacrine, clozapine, and ropinirole.

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture, preferably at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will maintain the effectiveness and safety of the medication.

Appearance

A circular patch with a brownish-yellow backing and a yellow release membrane, with a diameter of 62mm.

Package unit

7 patches per pack