NAPLEX (North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination) Practice Exam

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Which side effect is associated with the nicotine patch (NicoDerm CQ)?

  1. Vivid dreams

  2. Mouth irritation

  3. Nasal irritation

  4. Insomnia

The correct answer is: Vivid dreams

The correct answer is vivid dreams. One of the common side effects associated with the nicotine patch, such as NicoDerm CQ, is vivid dreams. This side effect is often reported by some individuals who use nicotine patches as a smoking cessation aid. It is important for healthcare providers to inform patients about potential side effects like vivid dreams so that they can be aware and prepared if they experience this reaction while using the nicotine patch. Options B, C, and D (Mouth irritation, Nasal irritation, and Insomnia) are not typically associated with the use of nicotine patches like NicoDerm CQ. These side effects are less common compared to vivid dreams when using nicotine replacement therapy products like the nicotine patch.