What are the side effects of nicotinell patches?

What are the side effects of nicotinell patches?

Side effects The nicotine in Nicotinell Patches can cause reactions like those caused by smoking. These reactions include dizziness, headache, nausea (feeling sick) or sleep disturbances. These reactions are usually mild but tell your doctor or pharmacist if they worry you. The patch can cause skin irritation.

Why you shouldn't use nicotine patches?

Smoking while wearing the nicotine patch can not only increase your addiction and tolerance to nicotine, but it also puts you at risk for nicotine toxicity. Having too much nicotine in the body can cause dangerous heart rhythm problems that could be fatal.

Are nicotine patches safe?

Nicotine replacement therapy is generally considered safe for most healthy adults, but it's a good idea to talk to your doctor about the potential risks and benefits for you. Side effects are possible for any treatment option. While some people may experience side effects, others may not.

How long do nicotine patches side effects last?

Some people experience itching, burning, or tingling when they first apply the patch. This side effect usually goes away within an hour and is a result of nicotine coming in contact with the skin. Some people may experience redness or swelling at the patch site for up to 24 hours.

Do nicotine patches cause heart attacks?

In addition, nicotine can increase the “stickiness” of the blood-clotting cells known as platelets, according to Dr. Jan Tillisch of the UCLA Medical Center. Tillisch said this combination of nicotine effects makes it “possible” that there is a link between the heart attacks and the patches.

Can a nicotine patch raise your blood pressure?

No increase in blood pressure was seen comparing nicotine nasal spray or transdermal nicotine with placebo conditions. Importantly, the overall effects on the heart rate and blood pressure of nicotine nasal spray or transdermal nicotine were similar to or less than those of cigarette smoking.

Do nicotine Patches cause heart attacks?

In addition, nicotine can increase the “stickiness” of the blood-clotting cells known as platelets, according to Dr. Jan Tillisch of the UCLA Medical Center. Tillisch said this combination of nicotine effects makes it “possible” that there is a link between the heart attacks and the patches.

Are nicotine patches better than smoking?

NRT (patch, gum, lozenge, inhalator, mouth spray) is always much safer than smoking. NRT replaces some of the nicotine your body receives from smoking, but at a much lower level. Nicotine from NRT has few side-effects.

Do nicotine patches affect your lungs?

Nicotine gum and patches do not expose the lungs to much nicotine, not even from the bloodstream, Dr. Conti-Fine said, so its damaging effects on the lungs are unlikely to show up in people who use those products and do not smoke.

Will nicotine patch affect blood pressure?

No increase in blood pressure was seen comparing nicotine nasal spray or transdermal nicotine with placebo conditions. Importantly, the overall effects on the heart rate and blood pressure of nicotine nasal spray or transdermal nicotine were similar to or less than those of cigarette smoking.

What are the side effects of Nicotinell patches?

• The following are some of the side effects that may be associated with Nicotinell patches. Just because a side effect is stated here does not mean that all people using the patches will experience that or any side effect. Redness, itching, swelling, blisters, rash or burning sensation at patch application site. Dizziness. Headache. Cough.

What should I do if a child uses a nicotine patch?

• If a child uses nicotine patch or if nicotine patch is swallowed by a child or pet, call a doctor or poison control center right away. If you are 65 or older, use nicotine patch with care. You could have more side effects.

Should you use nicotine patches or lozenges?

• It is recommended that those with allergies to adhesive or sensitive skin refrain from using patches as a means of nicotine replacement therapy. Opt for nicotine lozenges and side effects to look out for are hiccups, heartburn, excessive gas or an upset stomach — the latter is particularly common if you swallow the lozenge.

What are the side effects of nicotine replacement products?

• General side effects of nicotine replacement products include vivid dreams, due to a low, therapeutic dose of nicotine being the active ingredient in nicotine replacement products, headaches, nausea and other digestive problems.