- Nicotine Transdermal System
- 21 clear patches - 3 week kit
- Smoke more than 10 cigarettes per day? Start with Step 1
- Clear NicoDerm with SmartControl Technology
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Getting Started with NicoDerm CQ
Preparing to quit is important, take some time to do it right.
* Select the NicoDerm CQ that's right for you. If you smoke more than 10 cigarettes per day: start with Step 1, 10 or less cigarettes per day: start with Step 2.
* Enroll in the Committed Quitters program to receive individualized support.
* Pick a quit date and mark your calendar.
* Apply one NicoDerm CQ patch on the morning of your quit date. Remove backing from patch and immediately press onto skin. Hold for 10 seconds.
* At the same time everyday, remove the old patch and apply a new one, in a new location.
Read the back panel and User's Guide for complete information.
Also included in this package: Committed Quitters Program enrollment form, user's guide, and child resistant disposal tray. Audio CD is available upon request.
NicoDerm CQ is a small, nicotine-containing patch. When you put on a NicoDerm CQ patch, nicotine passes through the skin and into your body. NicoDerm CQ is very thin and uses special material to control how fast nicotine passes through the skin. Unlike the sudden jolts of nicotine delivered by cigarettes, the amount of nicotine you receive remains relatively smooth throughout the 24 or 16-hour period you wear the NicoDerm CQ patch. This helps to reduce cravings you may have for nicotine.
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43 of 44 people found the following review helpful
I was a horrific smoker for 22 years - I smoked well over a pack and a half a day... I am not proud but with the aid of the patch. I quit! I am now entering my 38th week with out a smoke...not even a drag! I encourage others but I don't preach... nobody likes and ex-smoker :) Just remember that what your doing is hard at the end of step one if you do not feel you can handle going to step two...stay on step one and extra week or two..everyone's different and we all can't follow the schedule on the box. Do what feels right for you! I went from Step one to step two and I couldn't handle it...I was cranky and I cried and... I stepped back up to Step one for an extra week and I was fine! Give it a try and All the best of luck to you.... and if you screw up you screw up ... take a deep breath and try it again :)
20 of 20 people found the following review helpful
I have been a smoker for to many years to count...as I was approaching the age of 60, I have been trying so hard to quit the habit. I figured the time was right for me, smoking has become more and more socially unacceptable, the price keeps going up and trying to justify a habit that has been eating up all of my money and time for so many years just seemed so hard to do.
After trying cold turkey, then nicotene gum I was still a failure. September 13, 2010, I finally decided to try the patch. My first reaction to putting one on was one of total panic, I was pushing away an old friend that had helped me through all of my life, through hard times and times of celebration, and times of just kicking back and relaxing. I wanted to run out and buy another pack just for a few more puffs and to keep a back up just in case I failed again.
But I was determined and fought off the urges and got started on Step 1. The first couple of days were hard, but I found when the triggers came (and I have so many triggers) that they would soon pass and all was well. Now that I am on my 6th day, I have noticed the triggers are happening less and less, the past 3 days I didn't even miss smoking, however waking up this Saturday morning after coming home from a long road trip, I found myself once again wanting to smoke a cigarette...(think that is the reward/and wanting to kick back and relax trigger) But a fresh patch on this morning and I still remain smoke free. So far no noticeable side affects, other than some minor itching when I first put the patch on. It does leave a red mark on my arm, but no big deal, it goes away once the patch is off and I alternate sites like they recommend in the instructions. One other side affect I have noticed is bizarre dreams. Nothing scary, in fact they are kind of cool,and all in living color. I may miss them once I am finished and may have to keep a patch around just for night time adventures :)
Anybody who has been or is addicted to cigarettes knows just how hard it is to quit. Part of the habit and perhaps the biggest part of the addiction is mental. So to be truely successful you need to be mentally ready to quit. I was at this point in my life so I know I won't be a failure this time. If you are at this point in your life, then don't be afraid to step off the edge with this first step. It does work. Just keep your eye on the mark, and don't forget to reward yourself with all of the money you are saving by not buying cigs...
A quick update... I am beginning my 9th day of being a non smoker, so far I haven't stumbled along this new path, but I will admit it has been hard, but you just need to keep focused and your eye on the prize. One day at a time. The vivid dreams have gone away, guess my body is adjusted to the lowered nicotine doseage, but the patches still itch like crazy when you first put them on, but it goes away after awhile. So far this is working for me, and I was hardcore, so give it a try, you have nothing to lose and lots to gain by quitting..
October 4th 2010 Update... I continue to be successful in my journey into the world of non smokers. Counting my patches left, I have 20 more days to go before I complete 6 weeks of Step 1, and then I get to graduate to Step 2 for 2 weeks. It seems each day gets easier, though the urge to smoke still creeps into my thoughts. I notice when I am around people that smoke now just how strong they smell, I never even noticed it when I was a smoker. Scarey to think that used to be me! The itching is pretty much gone, or not noticeable to me any more. I do still get crazy dreams, but not as much as when I first started on the patch. So far Nicoderm CQ has done the trick for me and I encourage anyone who is considering stopping smoking to give it a try.
After trying cold turkey, then nicotene gum I was still a failure. September 13, 2010, I finally decided to try the patch. My first reaction to putting one on was one of total panic, I was pushing away an old friend that had helped me through all of my life, through hard times and times of celebration, and times of just kicking back and relaxing. I wanted to run out and buy another pack just for a few more puffs and to keep a back up just in case I failed again.
But I was determined and fought off the urges and got started on Step 1. The first couple of days were hard, but I found when the triggers came (and I have so many triggers) that they would soon pass and all was well. Now that I am on my 6th day, I have noticed the triggers are happening less and less, the past 3 days I didn't even miss smoking, however waking up this Saturday morning after coming home from a long road trip, I found myself once again wanting to smoke a cigarette...(think that is the reward/and wanting to kick back and relax trigger) But a fresh patch on this morning and I still remain smoke free. So far no noticeable side affects, other than some minor itching when I first put the patch on. It does leave a red mark on my arm, but no big deal, it goes away once the patch is off and I alternate sites like they recommend in the instructions. One other side affect I have noticed is bizarre dreams. Nothing scary, in fact they are kind of cool,and all in living color. I may miss them once I am finished and may have to keep a patch around just for night time adventures :)
Anybody who has been or is addicted to cigarettes knows just how hard it is to quit. Part of the habit and perhaps the biggest part of the addiction is mental. So to be truely successful you need to be mentally ready to quit. I was at this point in my life so I know I won't be a failure this time. If you are at this point in your life, then don't be afraid to step off the edge with this first step. It does work. Just keep your eye on the mark, and don't forget to reward yourself with all of the money you are saving by not buying cigs...
A quick update... I am beginning my 9th day of being a non smoker, so far I haven't stumbled along this new path, but I will admit it has been hard, but you just need to keep focused and your eye on the prize. One day at a time. The vivid dreams have gone away, guess my body is adjusted to the lowered nicotine doseage, but the patches still itch like crazy when you first put them on, but it goes away after awhile. So far this is working for me, and I was hardcore, so give it a try, you have nothing to lose and lots to gain by quitting..
October 4th 2010 Update... I continue to be successful in my journey into the world of non smokers. Counting my patches left, I have 20 more days to go before I complete 6 weeks of Step 1, and then I get to graduate to Step 2 for 2 weeks. It seems each day gets easier, though the urge to smoke still creeps into my thoughts. I notice when I am around people that smoke now just how strong they smell, I never even noticed it when I was a smoker. Scarey to think that used to be me! The itching is pretty much gone, or not noticeable to me any more. I do still get crazy dreams, but not as much as when I first started on the patch. So far Nicoderm CQ has done the trick for me and I encourage anyone who is considering stopping smoking to give it a try.
19 of 19 people found the following review helpful
I had smoked for 40 years and up to 2.5 packs per day.
Doctor said I would not live to 65 years old if I didn't quit. (I'm 57 now)
I had tried the patch before and had no luck.
I had also tried Chantix with no luck.
I recently tried again on the 1st day of this month.
It did not stop my cravings. I continued to smoke with the patch for 3 days.
Being desperate, I tried a patch and a half (I cut a patch in half). To my surprise, the next morning when I woke up, I had no cravings. I continued this for 4 days. I then went back to a single patch....
I'm starting on day 12!!!!........
I feel great!!!!!
Doctor said I would not live to 65 years old if I didn't quit. (I'm 57 now)
I had tried the patch before and had no luck.
I had also tried Chantix with no luck.
I recently tried again on the 1st day of this month.
It did not stop my cravings. I continued to smoke with the patch for 3 days.
Being desperate, I tried a patch and a half (I cut a patch in half). To my surprise, the next morning when I woke up, I had no cravings. I continued this for 4 days. I then went back to a single patch....
I'm starting on day 12!!!!........
I feel great!!!!!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
What a huge help!
I have been smoking for over 10 years, at around a pack a day. I purchased the Nicoderm CQ step 1 a couple of weeks ago. I have officially quit 9 days ago. Read more
Published 3 months ago by danyell2427
Amazing Help
I know this is different for everyone, and some cessation methods work for some, and not for others. It really boils down to if it's the right time for you to quit. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Michael Richings
It works
Been smoking for over 7 years and have tried to quit a few times. Only this time I bought these nicotine patches to help me. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Ratchet&Spank
It works if you want it to work.
This is a strong dosage patch and is irritating to sensitive skin. The clear patches were nice so it's not as noticable as the older patches. Read more
Published 13 months ago by Lovie
convenient
I was skeptical at first but it works. Moreover I saved a few bucks over shopping at the phamacy, and I didn't have to leave my house.
Published 19 months ago by Frank Heirtzler
Horrible Product
I quit smoking on April 22, 2010. I started using the Step 1 patch the same day. After four days I was totally covered in hives. Read more
Published 24 months ago by C. Battin
SO FAR-SO GOOD!
This was a gift for my brother. He has tried to quit smoking several times over the years. It usually only lasted about 2-3 weeks. Right now
he is on Step 2. So far -so good!
he is on Step 2. So far -so good!
Published on September 18, 2009 by Baddog686
buy it at costco only 54.99
It works but save money if you buy at costo or know somebody with membership
Published on June 12, 2008 by A. S.
Excellent
This is the best product ever, for quitting. From the moment you start using it, you wont smoke again ever!!!
Published on February 29, 2008 by O. Mendez Tribaldos
The most helpful for stop smoking
I was smoker by 15 years and 20 daily cigarettes, since I start to smoke for the first time I have stop smoke without the anxiety and the bad humor that usually happens. Read more
Published on June 7, 2007 by Jochy Román
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