Take the first step to your quit with NicoDerm CQ Patch Step 1. Its Extended Release SmartControl® Technology delivers a steady flow of nicotine absorbed through the skin for 24 hours. Apply the nicotine patch to your skin and wear it underneath clothing for a discreet option that gives you the freedom to work, play and relax. Get back moments you missed for a cigarette break with the NicoDerm CQ Patch.

Step 1 Nicotine Patches, 21mg (14 Ct)

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Take the first step to your quit with NicoDerm CQ Patch Step 1. Its Extended Release SmartControl® Technology delivers a steady flow of nicotine absorbed through the skin for 24 hours. Apply the nicotine patch to your skin and wear it underneath clothing for a discreet option that gives you the freedom to work, play and relax. Get back moments you missed for a cigarette break with the NicoDerm CQ Patch.

Ingredients:
Nicotine, 21 mg delivered over 24 hours - Stop smoking aid
Summary:
NicoDerm CQ stop smoking patches help prevent nicotine cravings all day long. Each nicotine patch releases a steady flow of therapeutic nicotine for 16 to 24 hours, preventing the urge to smoke and relieving nicotine withdrawal symptoms.
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One package of 14 NicoDerm CQ Step 1 Nicotine Patches to Quit Smoking - Stop Smoking Aid
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Smoking cessation products that are a low-maintenance way to help prevent the urge to smoke
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Quit smoking patches that relieve cigarette cravings and other nicotine withdrawal symptoms
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With Extended Release SmartControl Technology, these stop smoking aids deliver a steady flow of therapeutic nicotine all day long
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Start with these Step 1 21 mg nicotine patches if you smoke more than 10 cigarettes a day
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Easy-to-apply patches that ensure the nicotine won’t run out too soon or be delivered all at once
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Use one Step 1 nicotine patch a day for the first six weeks of a 10-week quit program with behavioral support
Inactive Ingredients:
ethylene vinyl acetate-copolymer, polyisobutylene and high density polyethylene between clear polyester backings
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,
Directions:
use according to the following 10-week schedule: STEP 1: Use one 21 mg patch/day, Weeks 1-6; STEP 2: Use one 14 mg patch/day, Weeks 7-8; STEP 3: Use one 7 mg patch/day, Weeks 9-10. If you smoke 10 or less cigarettes per day, do not use STEP 1 (21 mg)
Directions:
. 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
Directions:
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
Directions:
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 wake up, wear the patch for 24 hours. If you
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have vivid dreams or other sleep disturbances, you may remove the patch at bedtime and apply a new one in the morning. The used patch should be removed and a new one applied to a different skin site at the same time each day. Do not wear more than
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one patch at a time. Do not cut patch in half or into smaller pieces. Do not leave patch on for more than 24 hours because it may irritate your skin and loses strength after 24 hours. It is important to complete treatment. If you feel you need to
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use the patch for a longer period to keep from smoking, talk to your health care provider.
Warning:
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
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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. Ask a doctor before
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use if you have high blood pressure not controlled with medication. Nicotine can increase your blood pressure. Ask a doctor before use if you have an allergy to adhesive tape or have skin problems because you are more likely to get rashes. Ask a
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doctor before use if you have stomach ulcer or diabetes. Ask a doctor before use if you have history of seizures. Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are using a non-nicotine stop smoking drug or taking a prescription medicine for
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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
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go away after four days, or if your skin swells, or you get a rash. Stop use and ask a doctor if irregular heartbeat or palpitations occur, you get symptoms of nicotine overdose such as nausea, vomiting, dizziness, weakness and rapid heartbeat, or
Warning:
you have symptoms of an allergic reaction (such as difficulty breathing or rash). Keep out of reach of children and pets. Used patches have enough nicotine to poison children and pets. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control
Warning:
Center right away. Dispose of the used patches by folding sticky ends together. Replace in pouch and discard.
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21mg
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  • One package of 14 NicoDerm CQ Step 1 Nicotine Patches to Quit Smoking - Stop Smoking Aid
  • Smoking cessation products that are a low-maintenance way to help prevent the urge to smoke
  • Quit smoking patches that relieve cigarette cravings and other nicotine withdrawal symptoms
  • With Extended Release SmartControl Technology, these stop smoking aids deliver a steady flow of therapeutic nicotine all day long
  • Start with these Step 1 21 mg nicotine patches if you smoke more than 10 cigarettes a day
  • Easy-to-apply patches that ensure the nicotine won’t run out too soon or be delivered all at once
  • Use one Step 1 nicotine patch a day for the first six weeks of a 10-week quit program with behavioral support
NicoDerm CQ patches come in three steps to help you quit. Which step you start on depends how much you smoke.

Remove the backing and immediately press the sticky side onto the dry skin.

Nicotine, 21 mg delivered over 24 hours - Stop smoking aid

Inactive Ingredients

ethylene vinyl acetate-copolymer, polyisobutylene and high density polyethylene between clear polyester backings

Nicotine replacement therapies (NRT), such as NicoDerm CQ Patches, are smoking cessation aids and are used to help control nicotine cravings and withdrawal symptoms. Nicotine replacement therapies are medication and, as with all medications, some people may experience side effects during use.
Ask a doctor before you use NicoDerm CQ products 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 blood pressure
  • Stomach ulcer or diabetes
  • A history of seizures
  • An allergy to adhesive tape or have skin problems because you are more likely to get rashes.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are:
  • Using a non-nicotine stop smoking drug
  • Taking prescription medicine for depression or asthma. Your prescription dose may need to be adjusted
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 get symptoms of nicotine overdose such as nausea, vomiting, dizziness, weakness and rapid heartbeat
  • You have symptoms of an allergic reactions (such as difficulty breathing or rash)

Choose the right product for you.
See dosage and steps.
Sign up for a behavioral support program to boost your chances of success.
  • One package of 14 NicoDerm CQ Step 1 Nicotine Patches to Quit Smoking - Stop Smoking Aid
  • Smoking cessation products that are a low-maintenance way to help prevent the urge to smoke
  • Quit smoking patches that relieve cigarette cravings and other nicotine withdrawal symptoms
  • With Extended Release SmartControl Technology, these stop smoking aids deliver a steady flow of therapeutic nicotine all day long
  • Start with these Step 1 21 mg nicotine patches if you smoke more than 10 cigarettes a day
  • Easy-to-apply patches that ensure the nicotine won’t run out too soon or be delivered all at once
  • Use one Step 1 nicotine patch a day for the first six weeks of a 10-week quit program with behavioral support
NicoDerm CQ patches come in three steps to help you quit. Which step you start on depends how much you smoke.

Remove the backing and immediately press the sticky side onto the dry skin.

Nicotine, 21 mg delivered over 24 hours - Stop smoking aid

Inactive Ingredients

ethylene vinyl acetate-copolymer, polyisobutylene and high density polyethylene between clear polyester backings

Nicotine replacement therapies (NRT), such as NicoDerm CQ Patches, are smoking cessation aids and are used to help control nicotine cravings and withdrawal symptoms. Nicotine replacement therapies are medication and, as with all medications, some people may experience side effects during use.
Ask a doctor before you use NicoDerm CQ products 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 blood pressure
  • Stomach ulcer or diabetes
  • A history of seizures
  • An allergy to adhesive tape or have skin problems because you are more likely to get rashes.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are:
  • Using a non-nicotine stop smoking drug
  • Taking prescription medicine for depression or asthma. Your prescription dose may need to be adjusted
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 get symptoms of nicotine overdose such as nausea, vomiting, dizziness, weakness and rapid heartbeat
  • You have symptoms of an allergic reactions (such as difficulty breathing or rash)

Choose the right product for you.
See dosage and steps.
Sign up for a behavioral support program to boost your chances of success.

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Frequently Asked Questions

NicoDerm CQ is a unique patch with Extended Release SmartControl® Technology that helps prevent the urge to smoke all day long. NicoDerm CQ supports you through your day by delivering therapeutic nicotine via the patch’s specially designed layers. This technology ensures the nicotine in the patch is not delivered all at once or run out too soon. NicoDerm CQ helps reduce the withdrawal symptoms associated with quitting smoking.

Each NicoDerm CQ patch contains a special nicotine rate-controlling membrane that controls the release of nicotine into your bloodstream through your skin. The level of nicotine uptake is lower than that of cigarettes and the program is designed to allow your body to gradually adjust to having less nicotine until you don’t need any.

Because the active ingredient in NicoDerm CQ is a low, therapeutic dose of nicotine, side effects can include vivid dreams. Some users may experience skin irritation with use of the NicoDerm CQ patch. Carefully read the user guide inside your package for a complete list of possible side effects.

No. NicoDerm CQ patches do not contain any latex.

You can purchase NicoDerm CQ directly from Nicorette.com or in store at all major retailers, over-the-counter and other online retailers.

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Why Choose NicoDerm® CQ®

  • Discreet

    Wear under your clothing for unnoticeable, all-day craving relief.

  • Long lasting relief

    Helps prevent the urge to smoke all day long.

  • Once a day

    NicoDerm CQ’s Extended Release SmartControl Technology® cuts your urge to smoke by releasing nicotine throughout the day.

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Gum

  • On-the-go energy.
  • Frequency


    1 piece every 1 to 2 hours for first 6 weeks
  • Nicotine Strengths

    2mg & 4mg
  • Benefits

    Long lasting relief.
    Long lasting flavor.
    Keeps mouth busy.
    Doubles your chances of a successful quit.
  • Options

    Uncoated: Original & Mint
    Dual-Coated: White Ice Mint, Spearmint Burst, Fruit Chill & Cinnamon Surge
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    I was a three-pack-a-day smoker for 25 + years. I tried to quit many, many times but always started to smoke again. I was able to quit with the help of Nicorette gum and a support group. Thank you, Nicorette!
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Lozenge

  • Quick satisfaction & discreet.
  • Frequency


    1 piece every 1 to 2 hours for first 6 weeks
  • Nicotine Strengths

    2mg & 4mg
  • Benefits

    Mini Lozenge relieves cravings in as little as 3 minutes.
    Coated Lozenge provides amazing taste and lasting craving relief.
    Classic Lozenge provides discreet, long-lasting craving relief.
  • Options

    Original Lozenge, Mini Lozenge & Coated Ice Mint Lozenge
  • “Convenient and Effective!”

    I love these lozenges! I have been trying to quit smoking for 3 years, and nothing has done the trick for me. Nicorette's Mini Lozenges not only control my cravings, but they do not have that awful aftertaste other brands have. They are quickly effective so as soon as I felt an urge to smoke, I can take one and within minutes feel the urge subside.
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Patch

  • All-day craving efficacy.
  • Frequency


    Once a day
  • Nicotine Strengths

    7mg, 14mg & 21mg
  • Benefits

    Helps prevent the urge to smoke all day long.
    Wear under your clothing for unnoticeable, all-day craving relief.
    Extended Release SmartControl® Technology cuts your urge to smoke by releasing nicotine throughout the day.
  • Options

    Involves a 3-step process. Choose to start with Step 1 or Step 2 depending on your nicotine habits
  • “This product helped me quit smoking.”

    This was not the first time I used this product. This product works if you adhere to what it suggests. I am embarrassed to say that I was a smoker for 40 years, but I will be celebrating my 2 year anniversary as an ex-smoker tomorrow.
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