Nicotine patches

Definition of nicotine patch

nicotine patch

(NIH-kuh-TEEN...)
A patch that sticks on the skin and contains a small dose of nicotine, which enters the blood by being absorbed through the skin. This helps stop nicotine cravings and relieves symptoms that occur when a person is trying to quit smoking. Nicotine patches are available with and without a prescription.

Source: NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms