What is a nicotine patch?
A nicotine patch is an auxiliary tool designed to help smokers quit smoking. It slowly releases nicotine into the body through the skin (transdermal absorption), alleviating nicotine withdrawal symptoms that occur when quitting smoking, such as irritability, anxiety, and cravings for cigarettes.
Using a nicotine patch can reduce dependence on cigarettes, and compared to oral nicotine replacement products (such as gum or inhalers), the patch provides a more stable level of nicotine.
