Nicotine (transdermal)

Generic name: nicotine (transdermal) [ NIK-oh-teen ]
Brand names: Habitrol, Nicoderm C-Q, Nicotine System Kit
Dosage form: transdermal film, extended release (14 mg/24 hr; 21 mg-14 mg-7 mg; 21 mg/24 hr; 7 mg/24 hr)
Drug class:Smoking cessation agents

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Jul 29, 2021. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is nicotine?

Nicotine is the primary ingredient in tobacco products.

Nicotine transdermal (skin patch) is a medical product used to help you stop smoking and help reduce nicotine withdrawal symptoms as you quit smoking.

Nicotine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.

Before taking this medicine

Nicotine transdermal is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if nicotine is safe to use if you have ever had:

• heart disease, irregular heartbeats;

• a heart attack or stroke;

• untreated or uncontrolled high blood pressure;

• blood circulation problems;

• pheochromocytoma (tumor of the adrenal gland);

• diabetes;

• a thyroid disorder;

• a stomach ulcer;