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nicotine patch

A transepidermal patch designed to deliver nicotine, the addictive substance contained in cigarettes, directly through the skin and into the blood stream. Used for cessation of smoking.

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Synonym:	nicotine skin patch nicotine transdermal patch nicotine transdermal system patch
US brand name:	NicoDerm CQ

nicotine patch

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