HM Nicotine Patch, Transdermal 24 Hours Side Effects by Likelihood and Severity

COMMON side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • Application Site Skin Reactions
  • Fast Heartbeat
  • Heart Throbbing Or Pounding
  • Increased Hunger

INFREQUENT side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • Trouble Breathing

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • Abnormal Dreams
  • Constipation
  • Dizziness
  • Drowsiness
  • Excessive Sweating
  • Nervousness
  • Stomach Cramps

RARE side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • A Type Of Allergic Reaction Called Angioedema
  • An Ulcer From Too Much Stomach Acid
  • Atrial Fibrillation
  • Erythema Or Redness Of Skin Or Mucous Membrane
  • Hives
  • Impaired Wound Healing
  • Itching
  • Seizures
  • Skin Burn Caused By Transdermal Patch Worn During MRI
  • Skin Inflammation Due To A Topically Applied Medication

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • A Feeling Of Pins And Needles On Skin
  • A Skin Rash
  • Cough
  • Decreased Appetite
  • Depression
  • Diarrhea
  • Difficulty Concentrating
  • Difficulty Sleeping
  • Dry Mouth
  • Headache
  • Irritability
  • Joint Pain
  • Local Fluid Collection
  • Muscle Pain
  • Nightmares
  • Pain With Menstruation
  • Sensation Of Spinning Or Whirling

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