Label: NICOTINE TRANSDERMAL SYSTEM PATCH STEP 1- nicotine transdermal system patch patch, extended release
NICOTINE TRANSDERMAL SYSTEM PATCH STEP 2- nicotine transdermal system patch patch, extended release
NICOTINE TRANSDERMAL SYSTEM PATCH STEP 3- nicotine transdermal system patch patch, extended release

  • NDC Code(s): 68001-697-88, 68001-697-90, 68001-698-88, 68001-698-90, view more
    68001-699-88, 68001-699-90, 68001-699-91
  • Packager: BluePoint Laboratories
  • Category: HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
  • DEA Schedule: None
  • Marketing Status: New Drug Application

Drug Label Information

Updated July 10, 2026

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  • Active ingredient Step 1 (in each patch)

    Nicotine, 21 mg delivered over 24 hours

  • Active ingredient Step 2 (in each patch)

    Nicotine, 14 mg delivered over 24 hours

  • Active ingredient Step 3 (in each patch)

    Nicotine, 7 mg delivered over 24 hours

  • Purpose

    Stop smoking aid

  • Use

    Reduces withdrawal symptoms, including nicotine craving, associated with quitting smoking

  • WARNINGS SECTION

    If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, only use this medicine on the advice of your health care provider.

    Smoking can seriously harm your child.

    Try to stop smoking without using any nicotine replacement medicine.

    This medicine is believed to be safer than smoking. However, the risks to your child from this medicine are not fully known.

    Ask a doctor before use if you have

    • Heart disease, recent heart attack, or irregular heartbeat.

    • Nicotine can increase your heart rate.high blood pressure not controlled with medication.

    • Nicotine can increase your blood pressure.

    • An allergy to adhesive tape or have skin problems, because you are more likely to get rashes.

    • Stomach ulcer or diabetes.history of seizures.

    Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are

    • using a non-nicotine stop smoking drug

    • taking a prescription medicine for depression or asthma. Your prescription dose may need to be adjusted.

    When using this product

    if you have vivid dreams or other sleep disturbances remove this patch at bedtime

    Stop use and ask a doctor if

    • skin redness caused by the patch does not go away after four days, or if your skin swells, or you get a rashirregular heartbeat or palpitations occur
    • you get symptoms of nicotine overdose, such as nausea, vomiting, dizziness, weakness and rapid heartbeat
    • you have symptoms of an allergic reaction (such as difficulty breathing or rash)

    Keep out of reach of children and pets

    Used patches have enough nicotine to poison children and pets.

    If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

    Save pouch to use for patch disposal.

    Dispose of the used patches by folding sticky ends together and putting in pouch.

  • Directions

    • if you are under 18 years of age, ask a doctor before use
    • before using this product, read the enclosed self-help guide for complete directions and other information
    • begin using the patch on your quit day
    • if you smoke more than 10 cigarettes per day, use the following schedule below:
      steps
    • if you smoke 10 or less cigarettes per day, start with Step 2 for 6 weeks, then Step 3 for 2 weeks
    • apply one new patch every 24 hours on skin that is dry, clean and hairless
    • remove backing from patch and immediately press onto skin. Hold for 10 seconds.
    • wash hands after applying or removing patch. Save pouch to use for patch disposal. Dispose of the used patches by folding sticky ends together and putting in pouch.
    • the used patch should be removed and a new one applied to a different skin site at the same time each day
    • if you have vivid dreams, you may remove the patch at bedtime and apply a new one in the morning
    • do not wear more than one patch at a time
    • do not cut patch in half or into smaller pieces
    • do not leave patch on for more than 24 hours because it may irritate your skin and loses strength after 24 hours
    • to avoid possible burns, remove patch before undergoing any MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) procedures
    • It is important to complete treatment. If you feel you need to use the patch for a longer period to keep from smoking, talk to your health care provider.

  • Other information

    store at 20-25°C (68-77°F)

  • Inactive ingredients

    acrylate adhesive, aluminized polyester, cellulose paper, methacrylic acid copolymer

  • Questions or comments?

    Call 1-800-585-8682

    Weekdays (9am-8pm EST)

    TO INCREASE YOUR SUCCESS IN QUITTING:

    1. You must be motivated to quit.

    2. Use one patch daily according to directions.

    3. It is important to complete treatment.

    4. If you feel you need to use the patch for a longer period to keep from smoking, talk to your health care provider.

    5. Use patch with a behavioural support program, such as the one described in the enclosed booklet.

    For your family's protection, patches are supplied in child-resistant pouches. Do not use if individual pouch is open or torn.

    • Not for sale to persons under 18 years of age.
    • Proof of age required.
    • Not for sale in vending machines or from any source where proof of age cannot be verified.
  • Principal Display Panel STEP 1

    NDC 68001-699-88

    Nicotine Transdermal System Patch

    21 mg delivered over 24 hours

    STOP SMOKING AID

    21 mg

    Includes: Behavior Support Program with self-help guide

    STEP 1

    IF YOU SMOKE MORE THAN 10 CIGARETTES PER DAY: START WITH STEP 1

    IF YOU SMOKE 10 OR LESS CIGARETTES PER DAY: START WITH STEP 2

    7 Patches (1 Week Kit)

    The full treatment course for Step 1 is 28 patches (4 weeks); this package contains 7 patches (1 week course) only. Read the enclosed self-help guide for additional information.

    21mg 7 patches

    NDC 68001-699-90

    Nicotine Transdermal System Patch

    21 mg delivered over 24 hours

    STOP SMOKING AID

    21 mg

    Includes: Behavior Support Program with self-help guide

    STEP 1

    IF YOU SMOKE MORE THAN 10 CIGARETTES PER DAY: START WITH STEP 1

    IF YOU SMOKE 10 OR LESS CIGARETTES PER DAY: START WITH STEP 2

    14 Patches (2 Week Kit)

    The full treatment course for Step 1 is 28 patches (4 weeks); this package contains 14 patches (2 week course) only. Read the enclosed self-help guide for additional information.

    21 mg 14 Patches

    NDC 68001-699-91

    Nicotine Transdermal System Patch

    21 mg delivered over 24 hours

    STOP SMOKING AID

    21 mg

    Includes: Behavior Support Program with self-help guide

    STEP 1

    IF YOU SMOKE MORE THAN 10 CIGARETTES PER DAY: START WITH STEP 1

    IF YOU SMOKE 10 OR LESS CIGARETTES PER DAY: START WITH STEP 2

    28 Patches (4 Week Kit)

    The full treatment course for Step 1 is 28 patches (4 weeks).

    21mg 28 Patches

  • Principal Display Panel STEP 2

    NDC 68001-698-88

    Nicotine Transdermal System Patch

    14 mg delivered over 24 hours

    STOP SMOKING AID

    14 mg

    Includes: Behavior Support Program with self-help guide

    STEP 2

    IF YOU SMOKE MORE THAN 10 CIGARETTES PER DAY: USE AFTER COMPLETING STEP 1

    IF YOU SMOKE 10 OR LESS CIGARETTES PER DAY: START WITH STEP 2

    7 Patches (1 Week Kit)

    14mg 7 Patches

    NDC 68001-698-90

    Nicotine Transdermal System Patch

    14 mg delivered over 24 hours

    STOP SMOKING AID

    14 mg

    Includes: Behavior Support Program with self-help guide

    STEP 2

    IF YOU SMOKE MORE THAN 10 CIGARETTES PER DAY: USE AFTER COMPLETING STEP 1

    IF YOU SMOKE 10 OR LESS CIGARETTES PER DAY: START WITH STEP 2

    14 Patches (2 Week Kit)

    14mg 14 Patches

  • Principal Display Panel STEP 3

    NDC 68001-697-88

    Nicotine Transdermal System Patch

    7 mg delivered over 24 hours

    STOP SMOKING AID

    7 mg

    Includes: Behavior Support Program with self-help guide

    STEP 3

    FOR USE AFTER COMPLETING STEP 2

    7 Patches (1 Week Kit)

    7mg

    NDC 68001-697-90

    Nicotine Transdermal System Patch

    7 mg delivered over 24 hours

    STOP SMOKING AID

    7 mg

    Includes: Behavior Support Program with self-help guide

    STEP 3

    FOR USE AFTER COMPLETING STEP 2

    14 Patches (2 Week Kit)

    7mg 14 Patches

  • INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
    NICOTINE TRANSDERMAL SYSTEM PATCH  STEP 1
    nicotine transdermal system patch patch, extended release
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:68001-699
    Route of AdministrationTRANSDERMAL
    Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
    Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
    NICOTINE (UNII: 6M3C89ZY6R) (NICOTINE - UNII:6M3C89ZY6R) NICOTINE21 mg  in 24 h
    Inactive Ingredients
    Ingredient NameStrength
    METHACRYLIC ACID (UNII: 1CS02G8656)  
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC:68001-699-9014 in 1 CARTON05/28/2026
    124 h in 1 PATCH; Type 2: Prefilled Drug Delivery Device/System (syringe, patch, etc.)
    2NDC:68001-699-887 in 1 CARTON06/08/2026
    224 h in 1 PATCH; Type 2: Prefilled Drug Delivery Device/System (syringe, patch, etc.)
    3NDC:68001-699-9128 in 1 CARTON06/08/2026
    324 h in 1 PATCH; Type 2: Prefilled Drug Delivery Device/System (syringe, patch, etc.)
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    NDANDA02007605/28/2026
    NICOTINE TRANSDERMAL SYSTEM PATCH  STEP 2
    nicotine transdermal system patch patch, extended release
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:68001-698
    Route of AdministrationTRANSDERMAL
    Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
    Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
    NICOTINE (UNII: 6M3C89ZY6R) (NICOTINE - UNII:6M3C89ZY6R) NICOTINE14 mg  in 24 h
    Inactive Ingredients
    Ingredient NameStrength
    METHACRYLIC ACID (UNII: 1CS02G8656)  
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC:68001-698-9014 in 1 CARTON06/02/2026
    124 h in 1 PATCH; Type 2: Prefilled Drug Delivery Device/System (syringe, patch, etc.)
    2NDC:68001-698-887 in 1 CARTON06/15/2026
    224 h in 1 PATCH; Type 2: Prefilled Drug Delivery Device/System (syringe, patch, etc.)
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    NDANDA02007605/28/2026
    NICOTINE TRANSDERMAL SYSTEM PATCH  STEP 3
    nicotine transdermal system patch patch, extended release
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:68001-697
    Route of AdministrationTRANSDERMAL
    Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
    Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
    NICOTINE (UNII: 6M3C89ZY6R) (NICOTINE - UNII:6M3C89ZY6R) NICOTINE7 mg  in 24 h
    Inactive Ingredients
    Ingredient NameStrength
    METHACRYLIC ACID (UNII: 1CS02G8656)  
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC:68001-697-9014 in 1 CARTON06/04/2026
    124 h in 1 PATCH; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
    2NDC:68001-697-887 in 1 CARTON06/10/2026
    224 h in 1 PATCH; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    NDANDA02007605/28/2026
    Labeler - BluePoint Laboratories (985523874)
    Registrant - Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Inc. (802315887)