Quit smoking medication:NicoDerm

This stop smoking drug belongs to a family of medications known as nicotine replacement therapies. Nicotine patch works as deterrent while quitting smoking. There are a few brands on the market: Prostep, Habitrol, NiQuitin, Nicotrol, Nicorette, and Commit.

It provides small amount of nicotine, which may provide aid to quit smoking by lessening physical signs of smoking withdrawal symptoms.

You must stop smoking before using the NocoDerm and continue not to smoke while using this medication. Compare to other quit smoking medication Nicoderm patch has proven to provide only slight result reducing craving. It is most effective when combine with a smoking cessation program.

Nevertheless NicoDerm has become the most popular topical stop smoking drug over the past several years.
It comes in 3 different variations ranging from 7 mg to 21 mg.

The main difference between each types is not the content of nicotine placed between the backing and the adhesive, but the size of the patch. This is due to the nature of the adhesive. For the adhesive to maintain its hold properly, the consistency of it must remain the same, thereby allowing only a specific amount of nicotine.
Side effects

This stop smoking drug may induce headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, drowsiness, stomach upset, nausea or flushing the first few days as your body adjusts to the medication.

You should say your doctor if these symptoms persist or become bothersome. If the area around the patch becomes red, itchy or irritated, try a new site. If the irritation continues or becomes worse, notify your doctor.

You should also say your doctor if you develop: breathing difficulties, chest pain, irregular heartbeat, nervousness, anxiety, tremors.
It is very important that this stop smoking drug be used on a regular schedule as prescribed by the doctor. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any stop smoking medicine.