--- product_id: 253818431 title: "CQ 7mg Step 3 Nicotine Patches to Help Quit Smoking - Stop Smoking Aid, 14 Count" brand: "nicoderm" price: "R1879" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 6 url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/253818431-cq-7mg-step-3-nicotine-patches-to-help-quit-smoking store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # 16-24h steady nicotine release Clear, discreet & invisible on skin Strong adhesive stays put all day CQ 7mg Step 3 Nicotine Patches to Help Quit Smoking - Stop Smoking Aid, 14 Count **Brand:** nicoderm **Price:** R1879 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🚀 Quit smoking with confidence—steady, discreet, and unstoppable! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** CQ 7mg Step 3 Nicotine Patches to Help Quit Smoking - Stop Smoking Aid, 14 Count by nicoderm - **How much does it cost?** R1879 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/253818431-cq-7mg-step-3-nicotine-patches-to-help-quit-smoking) ## Best For - nicoderm enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted nicoderm brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Step 3 Support:** Perfect final stage in your quit journey after Step 2, easing withdrawal with a gentle 7mg dose. - • **HSA/FSA Eligible:** Smart investment in your health—use your HSA or FSA benefits to support your smoke-free future. - • **Reliable Adhesion:** Designed to stay firmly in place overnight and through daily activities—no slipping, no stress. - • **Invisible Confidence:** Clear patches blend seamlessly with any skin tone—quit smoking without the patch showing. - • **All-day Craving Control:** Extended Release SmartControl Technology delivers nicotine steadily for 16-24 hours, keeping urges at bay. ## Overview NicoDerm CQ 7mg Step 3 Nicotine Patches provide a clear, reliable, and low-maintenance nicotine replacement therapy designed to help adults complete their quit smoking program. Featuring Extended Release SmartControl Technology, these patches deliver a steady dose of nicotine for 16 to 24 hours, reducing cravings and withdrawal symptoms. Their strong adhesive ensures they stay securely in place, while the clear design offers discreet wearability. Ideal for use after Step 2 patches, this 14-count pack supports a gradual, successful transition to a smoke-free life and is eligible for HSA/FSA reimbursement. ## Description NicoDerm CQ Step 3 Nicotine Patches to Help Stop Smoking are low-maintenance stop smoking aids that are the final step in the stop smoking program. Featuring Extended Release SmartControl Technology, these smoking cessation patches work by releasing a steady flow of therapeutic nicotine that is absorbed through the skin for a full 16 or 24 hours. This steady release of nicotine helps prevent the urge to smoke and relieves the anxiety, frustration, irritability and restlessness associated with quitting smoking. Discreet and easy to apply, these clear quit smoking patches stick to your skin like an adhesive bandage and are virtually unnoticeable under clothing. To begin your smoking cessation program, start with a NicoDerm Step 1 nicotine patch if you smoke more than 10 cigarettes per day, or begin with a NicoDerm Step 2 nicotine patch stop smoking aid if you smoke 10 or less cigarettes per day. After completing Step 2, continue with this Step 3 NicoDerm 7mg nicotine patch as part of your OTC nicotine replacement therapy. Complete the entire quit smoking program along with behavioral support to increase your chances of success. Start stopping today with NicoDerm CQ quit smoking aids, stop smoking aids. Review: ok - ok Review: Works better, allergic to adhesive - Spoiler: these worked! Skip to the end for update. I started with a generic brand of nicotine patches while trying to quit snus (a tobacco pouch held in the cheek) because it was damaging my gums. The generic brand had two major issues. First, it didn’t stay stuck very well or stay in place overnight. Second, it hits HARD like a cigarette, even though it was step 3 at only 7mg. You feel it in your head, and as a non smoker, I hate this feeling. Snus doesn’t do that to you, and I never liked it. Placing the patches over a fattier area helps, but not enough. After all that, I decided to try the real deal, these Nicoderm 7mg clear patches. They are SO MUCH better! There were 3 key differences I would like to share. First, the patch stays put! It doesn’t come loose or come off. Second, the patch is clear and not Eurocentric coloring. The generic patch was only suitable for “white” skin. These Nicoderm brand patches are clear, so they disappear on your natural skin color, whatever that is. Third, the nicoderm patches don’t flood your brain with nicotine like a cigarette or the generic patches. That rush or “hit” is what makes nicotine addictive! The nicoderm does not hit like this, it’s more of a gradual slow release to prevent cravings, which is what we want. The generic brand will keep your brain addicted with that heavy hit. I love that these don’t have that problem. Smooth and steady, no cigarette-like punch to the brain. Now the catch… I’m allergic to the adhesive in these. If you are allergic to the adhesive in band-aid type sticky bandages (aka sticking plasters), then you may react to these as well. I’m including a picture taken 12 hours after removing the patch. This is exactly how it is for me with bandaids too. The adhesive itches, might burn, and always leaves a red mark for 2-3 days after removal if worn for 24h. But, it’s also not that bad, about 10% of the intensity of a mosquito bite. It remains to be seen if I can make it to quitting with this allergy issue, but I’m going to try, because these patches are better in every other way. The adhesive makes the patch itch and burn slightly for me while worn and a few days after. Most people won’t have this problem, only those allergic to common adhesives used in bandages/plasters. If you have this issue, it’s likely you already know. I’m going to try to stick it out with these. The gentler trickle of nicotine made a big difference in how I felt the first day, so much better than the other brand. I just wish I wasn’t allergic to the adhesive. First Written: August 31, 2022 Update: September 27, 2022 Update: these helped me successfully quit! It has been two weeks and counting, and I know that’s not long, but I’ve never successfully made it past three days on my own. Cravings have not been bad enough to make me use another patch so far, but it’s good to have them as a safety net. I don’t care about my adhesive allergy, these worked so well, and I’m extremely grateful. Very, very happy. ## Features - One package of 14 - 7mg NicoDerm CQ 7mg Step 3 Nicotine Patches to Help Quit Smoking - Stop Smoking Aid - Nicotine patch helps prevent the urge to smoke and relieves the anxiety, frustration, irritability and restlessness associated with smoking cessation - Smoking cessation products that feature Extended Release SmartControl Technology to steadily deliver nicotine all day long to help manage nicotine cravings - Patches release nicotine that is absorbed through the skin for a full 16 or 24 hours - Use 7mg nicotine patch stop smoking aids after you complete Step 2 to help your quit stick - Clear patches are discreet and easy-to-apply quit smoking products - Complete the entire quit program along with behavioral support to increase your chances of success - HSA and FSA eligible product ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0000536V6 | | ASIN | B0000536V6 | | Age Range Description | Adult | | Best Sellers Rank | #53,296 in Health ( See Top 100 in Health ) #152 in Smoking Cessation Products | | Brand | NicoDerm | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (1,820) | | Customer reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (1,820) | | Date First Available | 6 August 2012 | | Format | Cessation | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Item model number | 60000000110614 | | Manufacturer | Haleon US Services Inc. | | Product Dimensions | 13.67 x 13.67 x 4.45 cm; 58.97 g | | Units | 14 Count | | Weight | 1 Pounds | ## Images ![CQ 7mg Step 3 Nicotine Patches to Help Quit Smoking - Stop Smoking Aid, 14 Count - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71hQj88CAHL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Do you guys actually plan on shipping these to me? The package is weeks late and all you've done is create the shipping label, on October 11th.** A: Thanks for reaching out. Please consult with Amazon customer service. **Q: May I know the expiry date of the item?** A: These have already been used so I am unable to check the expiration date. Sorry. **Q: I currently smoke low nicotine cigarettes that amount to 2mg per pack. Can I start with step 3.** A: It depends on how addicted you are to the habit in general. The "rule" for Nicoderm is that if you smoke a pack or more per day, start with Step 1. If you smoke half a pack a day or less start with Step 2. I am not familiar with low nicotine cigarettes, but if you can't find further information to answer your question, I would start with Step 2. Nicoderm was the program that finally helped me quit once and for all! **Q: Got mine today in a white box that says, "Not for retail sale". Is this even legal?** A: My box looked exactly like the one pictured above your question. It did not say "not for retail sale". For legal questions, you should contact an attorney since other purchasers are unlikely to know if it is legal. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ok *by D***. on 29 June 2023* ok ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works better, allergic to adhesive *by C***C on 31 August 2022* Spoiler: these worked! Skip to the end for update. I started with a generic brand of nicotine patches while trying to quit snus (a tobacco pouch held in the cheek) because it was damaging my gums. The generic brand had two major issues. First, it didn’t stay stuck very well or stay in place overnight. Second, it hits HARD like a cigarette, even though it was step 3 at only 7mg. You feel it in your head, and as a non smoker, I hate this feeling. Snus doesn’t do that to you, and I never liked it. Placing the patches over a fattier area helps, but not enough. After all that, I decided to try the real deal, these Nicoderm 7mg clear patches. They are SO MUCH better! There were 3 key differences I would like to share. First, the patch stays put! It doesn’t come loose or come off. Second, the patch is clear and not Eurocentric coloring. The generic patch was only suitable for “white” skin. These Nicoderm brand patches are clear, so they disappear on your natural skin color, whatever that is. Third, the nicoderm patches don’t flood your brain with nicotine like a cigarette or the generic patches. That rush or “hit” is what makes nicotine addictive! The nicoderm does not hit like this, it’s more of a gradual slow release to prevent cravings, which is what we want. The generic brand will keep your brain addicted with that heavy hit. I love that these don’t have that problem. Smooth and steady, no cigarette-like punch to the brain. Now the catch… I’m allergic to the adhesive in these. If you are allergic to the adhesive in band-aid type sticky bandages (aka sticking plasters), then you may react to these as well. I’m including a picture taken 12 hours after removing the patch. This is exactly how it is for me with bandaids too. The adhesive itches, might burn, and always leaves a red mark for 2-3 days after removal if worn for 24h. But, it’s also not that bad, about 10% of the intensity of a mosquito bite. It remains to be seen if I can make it to quitting with this allergy issue, but I’m going to try, because these patches are better in every other way. The adhesive makes the patch itch and burn slightly for me while worn and a few days after. Most people won’t have this problem, only those allergic to common adhesives used in bandages/plasters. If you have this issue, it’s likely you already know. I’m going to try to stick it out with these. The gentler trickle of nicotine made a big difference in how I felt the first day, so much better than the other brand. I just wish I wasn’t allergic to the adhesive. First Written: August 31, 2022 Update: September 27, 2022 Update: these helped me successfully quit! It has been two weeks and counting, and I know that’s not long, but I’ve never successfully made it past three days on my own. Cravings have not been bad enough to make me use another patch so far, but it’s good to have them as a safety net. I don’t care about my adhesive allergy, these worked so well, and I’m extremely grateful. Very, very happy. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This Will Save Your LIfe *by M***E on 7 February 2026* This product is truly incredible and completely changed my life. The NicoDerm CQ 7mg Step 3 patches helped eliminate the physical addiction to nicotine and made it clear that quitting smoking is largely a mental game—one that is absolutely manageable once the physical cravings are under control. After smoking for 20 years, I successfully quit in just six weeks by following the full three-step program, using each step for two weeks exactly as directed. The patches worked smoothly and consistently, without spikes or crashes, allowing me to focus on breaking the habit rather than fighting constant withdrawal. For the first time, quitting felt achievable instead of overwhelming. I strongly recommend this product to anyone serious about quitting smoking—it doesn’t just help you stop, it can quite literally physically save your life. ## Frequently Bought Together - NicoDerm CQ 7mg Step 3 Nicotine Patches to Help Quit Smoking - Stop Smoking Aid, 14 Count - NicoDerm CQ Step 2 Nicotine Patches to Quit Smoking - Stop Smoking Aid, 14 Count (2-Week Kit) - NicoDerm CQ Step 1 Nicotine Patches to Quit Smoking, 21 mg, Stop Smoking Aid, 14 Count --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/253818431-cq-7mg-step-3-nicotine-patches-to-help-quit-smoking](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/253818431-cq-7mg-step-3-nicotine-patches-to-help-quit-smoking) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-09-06*