Nicotine — Patch

"Hi [Doctor's Name], I’m planning to quit smoking and want to try the nicotine patch. Could you provide a prescription or advise on the best starting dose for someone smoking [Number] cigarettes a day?"

These are designed to be sent to yourself or a friend to maintain focus during a quit attempt. nicotine patch

"Remember the 3-3-3 rule: 3 days to get past the worst, 3 weeks and you're almost there! Keep that patch on and keep going." "Hi [Doctor's Name], I’m planning to quit smoking

"New day, new patch! ☀️ Stick it on early to stay ahead of the cravings. You’ve got this!" Keep that patch on and keep going

"Hey, I’ve noticed some [skin irritation/vivid dreams] since starting the patch. Is this normal, or should I change where I apply it?" Quick Reference: Standard Patch Dosing

If you are drafting a plan for yourself, standard regimens are often based on how much you currently smoke: