Nicotinell TTS 10 Patches

Nicotinell TTS (Transdermal Therapeutic System) Patches are 24-hour nicotine replacement therapy patches applied to the skin. They deliver a steady dose of nicotine throughout the day and night. Available in three strengths: TTS 30 (21 mg, Step 1 — for smokers of 20+ cigarettes/day), TTS 20 (14 mg, Step 2), and TTS 10 (7 mg, Step 3). The 24-hour wear means you apply a fresh patch each morning and wear it until the next morning. Available through the NHS Quit Smoking service.

Apply one patch to clean, dry, hairless skin (upper arm, hip, or chest) at the same time each morning. Press firmly for 10–20 seconds. Wear for 24 hours, then replace with a new patch on a different skin site. Step-down: TTS 30 for 3–4 weeks, TTS 20 for 3–4 weeks, TTS 10 for 3–4 weeks. Total treatment: 10–12 weeks. If you smoke fewer than 20 cigarettes daily, start at TTS 20.

Yes, all three strengths (TTS 10, TTS 20, TTS 30) are available through the NHS Quit Smoking service at community pharmacies.

Common side effects include skin irritation at the application site, vivid dreams or sleep disturbance (due to 24-hour nicotine delivery), headache, and dizziness. If sleep disturbance is problematic, consider removing the patch before bed and applying a fresh one in the morning, or discuss switching to 16-hour patches (such as Nicorette Invisi) with your pharmacist.