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How Long Does Nicotine Take To Flush Out Of The System?
Question: I am getting weight loss surgery Oct 13 and they do a blood test for nicotine I quit on Sunday, Sept 4 using nicotine replacement patches. When do I need to get off the replacement therapy to pass the blood test
Brief Answer:
15-21 days
Detailed Answer:
Dear Ms, I have gone through your question and I understand your concerns but nicotine clearance from the body depend on various factors including how long have you been using the patches, your fluid intake and body weight.. however, it usually takes on average 15-21 days to be eliminated from your system .. To increase its elimination you need to increase your daily intake of fluids and antioxidants normally present in fruits and vegetables.. I hope you find this helpful..
15-21 days
Detailed Answer:
Dear Ms, I have gone through your question and I understand your concerns but nicotine clearance from the body depend on various factors including how long have you been using the patches, your fluid intake and body weight.. however, it usually takes on average 15-21 days to be eliminated from your system .. To increase its elimination you need to increase your daily intake of fluids and antioxidants normally present in fruits and vegetables.. I hope you find this helpful..
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Raju A.T
What fruits and vegetables are the best sources of antixidants
Brief Answer:
Grapes and berries
Detailed Answer:
Dear M'aam, the best foods containing antioxidant include grapes , berries, oranges, broccilli and Spanish ..
Also nuts , whole grains and beans are good source of anti oxidants .. I hope you find this helpful..
Grapes and berries
Detailed Answer:
Dear M'aam, the best foods containing antioxidant include grapes , berries, oranges, broccilli and Spanish ..
Also nuts , whole grains and beans are good source of anti oxidants .. I hope you find this helpful..
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Raju A.T
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