Apply the NiQuitin Patch to a clean, dry, and relatively hairless part of the body, such as the upper arm, back or chest. Do not use oils or talcum powder on the skin before applying, as it may prevent the patch from sticking properly.
Each NiQuitin Patch comes in an individual sachet. Peel off the metallic backing film from the patch and press it firmly on to your skin for 10 seconds.
Only one patch should be applied at a time. Do not cut a patch into half or smaller pieces.
Change the patch after 24 hours and apply a new one to a different site on your arm, chest or back. Do not wear the same patch for more than 24 hours as it will lose strength and may irritate your skin.
If you smoke more than 10 cigarettes a day
- Step 1, NiQuitin Clear 21 mg/24 hrs patch: Apply one patch daily for the first 6 weeks
- Step 2, NiQuitin Clear 14 mg/24 hrs patch Apply one patch daily for weeks 7 and 8
- Step 3, NiQuitin Clear 7 mg/24 hrs patch Apply one patch daily for weeks 9 and 10
If you smoke less than 10 cigarettes a day
- Step 2, NiQuitin Clear 14 mg/24 hrs patch Apply one patch daily for the first 6 weeks
- Step 3, NiQuitin Clear 7 mg/24 hrs patch Apply one patch daily for weeks 7 and 8