Nicabate patches are no longer available

Nicabate patches are designed to help you stop smoking. Nicabate patches are a ‘step down’ program that gradually reduces your nicotine dose rather than stopping it suddenly. Nicabate Patches deliver the nicotine transdermaly through the skin. Using Nicabate patches allows you to work on changing the habits that accompany smoking whilst being slowly weaned off nicotine. Nicabate patches have a unique rate controlled membrane, which releases nicotine steadily through the skin into the blood steam, regardless of skin type. Nicabate patches release nicotine immediately after application of the patch. The nicotine continues to be released throughout a 24-hour period, peaking after 2 – 4 hours. Each Nicabate patch helps relieve many nicotine withdrawal symptoms and cravings, which you would otherwise have when you stop smoking.

You can stop smoking using Nicabate patches in 3 easy steps. Step 1 should be used for six weeks and delivers 21mg of nicotine over a 24-hour period per patch. Step 2 should be used for two weeks and delivers 14mg of nicotine over a 24-hour period per patch and step 3 should be used for just two weeks and delivers 7mg of nicotine over a 24-hours period.

If you smoke less than 10 cigarettes per day you should start with step 2.

Unfortunately Nicabate Patches have been discontinued and are no longer available.

Nicabate patches are NOT suitable for children. Contact your doctor if using prescription medicines before starting Nicabate patches. Nicabate patches should not be used when pregnant or breast-feeding and you should discontinue use if you become pregnant while using Nicabate patches. Dispose of Nicabate patches carefully. Do NOT use other nicotine products or smoke while using Nicabate patches as nicotine overdose may result. Do NOT use Nicabate patches if:

• You are allergic to any components of the patch
• You are a non-smoker
• You have suffered a recent stroke or heart attack
• You have a severe skin disease that may complicate treatment

If you think that NICABATE PATCHES maybe unsuitable for your condition then please see our other Anti Smoking Aids items. Use the links below. Alternative if you are unsure about treatment seek the advice of our pharmacist at: info@onlinepharmacy.co.nz