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Nicoderm CQ TD

Dosage and Storage


Generic Name: NICOTINE PATCH - TRANSDERMAL
Pronounced: (NICK-oh-teen)

Nicoderm CQ TD Overdose

This product may be harmful if swallowed. If swallowing or overdose is suspected, remove the patch if possible and contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents should call the US National Poison Hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canada residents should call a provincial poison control center. Symptoms of overdose may include: confusion, drooling, seizure, slow/shallow breathing, hearing problems.

Nicoderm CQ TD Missed Dose

If you forget to change your patch on time, change it as soon as you remember. You can change your next patch 24 hours later or resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.

Nicoderm CQ TD Notes

If your doctor has prescribed this medication for you, do not share it with others.

Nicoderm CQ TD Storage

Store the U.S. product in original packaging at room temperature between 68-77 degrees F (20-25 degrees C) away from light and moisture. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep patches in the sealed protective pouch until ready to use. Apply patch immediately after removing from pouch. Do not use if the pouch is damaged, cut, or opened ahead of time.

Store the Canadian product in original packaging at room temperature between 59-86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) away from light and moisture. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep patches in the sealed protective pouch until ready to use. Apply patch immediately after removing from pouch. Do not use if the pouch is damaged, cut, or opened ahead of time.

Keep all medicines away from children and pets.

Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed (See How to Use section).

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