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How long does a nicotine patch take to kick in?

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While a cigarette delivers a high dose of nicotine to the brain in seconds, the nicotine patch provides a much slower, more sustained release. The gradual nature of nicotine patches means that it typically takes a couple of hours to feel the initial effects after application.