In full spring break mode? Here’s what to know before you soak: The heat from the tub can increase blood flow to the skin, which may temporarily affect how much medication your body absorbs from a patch. So if you’re a regular hot tub user, it’s worth talking with your Midi clinician about whether a non-patch option might be a better fit.

If it’s just an occasional dip on vacation, you’re likely fine to carry on as usual—absorption changes aren’t typically significant enough to affect your treatment. And no, your patch won’t just peel off and drift away—it’s designed to stay put, even in hot water. If it does happen to come off, simply apply a new one to the same area.

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