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Nicotine

Nicotine is a covered generic medication on Tab's $0 list. Here's what it's used for, typical dosing, and side effects, sourced from FDA-approved drug labeling.

$0 with active Tab membership Topical Cholinergic Nicotinic Agonist [EPC]

What it's used for

Nicotine patches are used to reduce withdrawal symptoms, including nicotine cravings, associated with quitting smoking.

Source: U.S. FDA-approved prescribing information (openFDA).

Typical dosing

Treatment follows a step-down schedule starting with one 21 mg patch per day for weeks 1 to 6, one 14 mg patch per day for weeks 7 to 8, and one 7 mg patch per day for weeks 9 to 10.

Dosing shown here is the general FDA-labeled range. Your prescribing clinician determines the exact dose, form, and schedule for you — this is not a substitute for medical advice.

Boxed warning / key safety info

If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, only use this medicine on the advice of your healthcare provider because smoking can seriously harm your child.

Common side effects

See full FDA prescribing information for the complete adverse reaction profile.

Covered strengths on the Tab $0 list

Nicotine 14 mg/24 Hr 24-Hour PatchNicotine 21 mg/24 Hr 24-Hour PatchNicotine 7 mg/24 Hr 24-Hour Patch

Covered at $0 with an active Tab membership when filled at a participating pharmacy nationwide or through mail order. A licensed clinician must prescribe the medication.

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Tab is a membership and prescription-discount program—not insurance, and not a substitute for it. $0 pricing applies to medications on the current covered generic list with active membership, at participating pharmacy locations nationwide or through mail order, and is subject to change. Mail-order home delivery is preferred for recurring prescriptions; activation, availability, and delivery timing apply. This page is for general reference, drawn from FDA-approved drug labeling, and is not medical advice. Only a licensed clinician can determine if a medication is right for you.