While nicotine patches are designed in simple ways that are easier to utilize by any user, not all the time they are properly employed. This is because some still do not know the right way to use them. For those who are not yet aware on the proper way to utilize nicotine patches, consider reading on the subsequent guidelines.
1. Ready yourself.
2. When you are certainly prepared to use the patch, open the sealed package.
3. You can peel off the defensive wrap from the patch and then discard the cover. Be sure not to touch the sticky portion of the patch.
4. Place a single patch on a sanitary parched skin portion, preferably on the higher hairless body segments as such the higher arm, side, or stomach. Never place the patch on skin cuts or wounds.
5. Lay the sticky portion of the patch on to your skin surface, and then firmly squeeze it with your palm for about ten seconds. Be sure to compress the patch against the skin surface.
6. After applying the patch, be sure to wash your hands with soap and water, thoroughly. This will wash down all the nicotine residues from your hands, thereby preventing them to establish contact with your nose or eyes. Nicotine is also vicious to the eyes.
7. Carefully observe the wearing instructions as indicated in the patch's label. Typically, a single patch can be worn for sixteen to twenty-four hours. But this is considering you are comfortable sleeping with patches on you. Else, you can take it off while sleeping and apply another patch the next day.
8. Old and used patches should be disposed properly. Prior to discarding patches, be sure to fold them into half with sticky sides as one. Make sure they are far from little children's reach.
9. Apply a new patch on a different portion of your body. You can vary its location everyday.
10. Keep using them if necessary.
However, if you experience unusual body or skin reactions to patches, you may consult a doctor for further recommendations to keep your fight against nicotine craving with or without nicotine patches.
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